Facility Technician: Full-Time

Channing House•Palo Alto, CA

22h

About The Position

The Facilities Technician performs maintenance and repairs of Channing House buildings and property. Together with the entire team at Channing House, your role contributes to promoting a healthy and vibrant home for our residents. The Facilities Technician demonstrates our Core Values: Do the right thing; Be a team player; Focus on quality; Adapt to change.

Requirements

3-5 years of related work experience.
High School diploma or GED
Equivalent combination of education and experience accepted
Ability to use a computer
Familiarity with Microsoft suite
Knowledge of Work Order Systems and Inventory Systems
Ability to speak and comprehend English the primary language used in the workplace; ability to speak and/or comprehend other languages utilized by clients is a plus.

Nice To Haves

Background in fire/life safety, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems desired.

Responsibilities

Perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, swimming pool maintenance, facilities and safety inspections.
Perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks including the operation of power tools used in building improvements and maintenance of equipment.
Adhere to schedule of routine maintenance for all equipment within the facility
Maintain associated records through the work order system
Oversee outside vendors and provide assistance when needed
Work with Facilities Manager to keep shop well organized and inventoried
Provide excellent customer service to residents
Assist and supports all policies, goals and objectives of the Facilities Department
Responds to emergency service calls and makes repairs or communicates to Facilities Manager to call out a repair vendor
Assists with resident emergency situations that may require personal protective equipment for entry into an environment where contagious pathogens exist
Inspects Channing House facilities and equipment to determine their proper utilization and maintenance
Ensure adherence and compliance with safety laws and regulations and inspects tools and equipment for condition and proper use.
Assists as a back-up driver during evenings and weekends in urgent situations, ensuring transportation needs are met promptly.