Maintenance Technician I - Affordable Housing/Westminster Commons

Volunteers of America - Colorado•Westminster, CO

61d•$19 - $21

About The Position

Volunteers of America Colorado believes unique challenges require unique and thoughtful solutions. VOA creates specialized programs to meet the critical needs of the communities we serve-our programs across Colorado look different because each community is distinct. We support Denver's homeless veterans who have been underserved, and prepare preschoolers challenged by poverty to be successful in elementary school and beyond. Wherever we go we engage faith, relationship-building, and volunteers to lift-up and support Colorado's most vulnerable citizens. The Building Maintenance Technician I is responsible for the maintenance and repair of all VOA facilities under the direction of the supervisor or lead maintenance technician; ensures buildings, equipment and grounds are safe, and in good repair at all times; may be required to supervise volunteers; monitors the facilities to ensure they meet all safety and health requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent.
Basic knowledge of all hand and power tools and their uses.
Valid Colorado Driver's License, insurance verification and good driving record.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and maintain good relations with residents and employees.
Basic maintenance aptitude.
Communication and people skills.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
There will be some work- related travel.
Must be capable of using an extension ladder to make repairs as needed.
Must be able to perform emergency maintenance.
Full-time position expected to work Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m..
Required to provide after hours, weekend and holiday emergency coverage as scheduled or needed.
Expected to work additional hours in preparation for any upcoming REAC inspection at any or all facilities.

Responsibilities

Perform maintenance and repairs on affordable housing facilities equipment and grounds, which require a working knowledge of the following fields: appliances, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, landscaping and janitorial.
Identify and address safety related issues that present a possible hazard to the clients, employees, facilities or the public.
Assists in monitoring apartment make ready schedule ensuring a timely rent ready unit.
Assists in monitoring service requests ensuring 24-hour completion.
Conducts daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly and bi-annual preventive maintenance.
Ensures facilities are maintained in a safe, clean and orderly manner that complies with agency standards.
Attends meetings and staff development activities as assigned, utilizing a teamwork orientation.
Accountable for maintaining proper work order procedures and related documentation according to Volunteers of America guidelines.
Responsible for maintaining exceptional building and grounds curb appeal.
Carries out after hours, weekend and holiday emergency coverage as scheduled.
Performs other duties as assigned.