Maintenance Tech

Salvation Army Careers•Eureka, CA

About The Position

The Maintenance Tech manages repair and maintenance tasks at Eureka Silvercrest, a 150-unit residence in Eureka, California. The position supports the Salvation Army Silvercrest Residence mission of providing clean, safe, and comfortable housing and assisting residents while respecting their privacy. Duties include custodial work, apartment turnovers, routine building and grounds upkeep, and coordination with outside vendors for complex repairs. The role may require occasional business-related driving and includes after-hours on-call duty. The employee is expected to maintain professional relationships with senior residents, handle difficult situations, maintain confidentiality, and support the Silvercrest and Salvation Army missions.

Requirements

Maintain professional relationships with senior residents.
Demonstrate the ability to handle difficult situations and maintain confidentiality.
If driving is necessary, hold a valid driver’s license, have vehicle insurance, and meet The Salvation Army’s driving eligibility criteria based on a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).

Responsibilities

Manage repair and maintenance tasks, including HVAC repairs and minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical repairs.
Perform custodial duties.
Manage and respond to work orders in a timely manner and maintain accurate records.
Handle all apartment turnovers.
Work with outside vendors on more complex repairs.
Conduct daily ground inspections and maintain the cleanliness and upkeep of the building and outside facilities.
Perform occasional business-related driving when necessary, using a TSA vehicle and/or personal vehicle.
Participate in after-hours on-call duty.
Maintain professional relationships with senior residents, handle difficult situations, and maintain confidentiality while promoting the Silvercrest and TSA missions.