Maintenance Tech II

Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS)•Lexington, OH

13d•$19 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Freedom Village Mansfield is hiring a Maintenance Technician II to support day-to-day property operations at its Mansfield, Ohio community. The role helps provide a safe, welcoming, and well-maintained environment for residents and supports efficient property operations. The schedule is four days per week, six hours per day, for 24 hours per week, with occasional weekends. On-site housing may be available, and the employee may be required to live on site. The position pays $19.00–$24.00 per hour, based on years of experience. The Maintenance Technician II plans, schedules, supervises, delegates, and performs maintenance and repair work across building systems, grounds, equipment, and resident apartments. The position also oversees authorized outside repair and contract work, carries out preventive maintenance and inspections, maintains records and supplies, supports department budgeting, and follows facility safety and emergency procedures. On-call availability is required to help provide maintenance coverage around the clock.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Knowledge of state building, plumbing, and electrical codes and ordinances.
Know how to turn off the main water valve and power in an emergency.
Knowledge of basic machinery and tools.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions in English and to read and write in English.
Ability to work within federal and state regulations and Volunteers of America facility policies and procedures.
Ability to use computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping and documentation.
Ability to climb an extension ladder to access roofs, windows, and siding for repairs as needed.
Ability to lift and carry 50 pounds.
Availability for on-call work to help provide 24-hour property maintenance.
Ability to perform emergency maintenance as requested.

Nice To Haves

Graduation from a trade or vocational school, with coursework in blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC equipment, refrigeration, and electricity.
At least two years of full-time building maintenance experience, including construction or maintenance of equipment and utilities.

Responsibilities

Plan, schedule, supervise, delegate, and participate in maintenance and repair work, including masonry, carpentry, painting, gardening, plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, and heating; monitor timely completion of work.
Supervise outside repairs and contract work authorized by the Community Administrator.
Recommend necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements to the Community Administrator.
Perform preventive maintenance and maintain accurate records for the building, grounds, facility, equipment, service requests, apartment make-ready, and periodic inspections.
Perform scheduled equipment maintenance according to manufacturers’ recommendations.
Maintain current inventories of maintenance supplies, tools, equipment, and stock; order approved supplies, materials, and equipment as needed.
Conduct routine tests of systems and equipment, including the emergency generator, fire alarm, sprinkler system, hood and duct system, door alarms, hall lights, and hot water system.
Repair and paint the building exterior as needed and maintain adequate interior and exterior lighting.
Schedule and expedite work order requests.
Assist with planning and implementing the department budget.
Maintain a clean and orderly storage room.
Use and climb an extension ladder to access roofs, windows, and siding for repairs as needed.
Perform daily boiler-room audits and record gauge and meter readings.
Know, follow, and enforce facility safety rules and smoking policies; demonstrate proper equipment use and report equipment needs or repairs.
Report and document incidents or accidents involving residents, staff, or visitors to appropriate facility personnel.
Oversee and inspect work quality and ensure adherence to safety and building regulations, including for contracted services.
Understand and implement established emergency procedures.
Maintain the MSDS book and instruct maintenance staff in its use.
Complete required training.
Be available for on-call work to help ensure 24-hour maintenance coverage at the properties.
Perform emergency maintenance as requested and other duties as assigned.
May drive a motor vehicle to pick up supplies and may be required to live on site.