Maintenance Technician - Full-Time

Greensboro Urban Ministry•Greensboro, NC

16h•$21 - $24•Onsite

About The Position

Greensboro Urban Ministry (GUM) provides opportunities for housing solutions, safe shelter, food, and support services year-round for residents of the greater Greensboro community. Founded in 1967, Greensboro Urban Ministry is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization serving Guilford County, North Carolina. The Maintenance Technician reports to the Director of Facilities and Operations and supports maintaining GUM’s real estate portfolio, including multiple shelter programs/locations and a large multi-service site. The Maintenance Technician will work with GUM’s internal operations team to address building system needs, maintenance, repairs, and refurbishment. Performs maintenance and repairs related to buildings, grounds, and equipment in one or more areas, such as HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, and grounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Valid Driver's License required.
Must have own tools.
Must be punctual and dependable.
Must have own reliable transportation.
Speaking, standing, sitting, walking, driving, writing, keyboarding, and problem solving.
Knowledge of property, kitchen, and warehouse equipment.
Judgment and initiative are required in analyzing and evaluating situations.
Must be able to climb a step ladder.
Must be able to lift at least 25 lbs. and request assistance when lifting, when necessary, from staff.
Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods, and practices involved in building maintenance and repair including carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and painting.

Nice To Haves

Two years of experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform building maintenance and repairs at the direction of the Director of Facilities and Operations.
Make building repairs to include painting, plumbing, minor electrical, carpentry and preventative maintenance on HVAC and life safety systems.
Work with the Director of Facilities and Operations daily to ensure that safety and security are a priority.
Be available for on-call after-hours work on a rotating basis.
Travel to other local properties to do building maintenance and repairs as the need arises at the direction of the Director of Facilities and Operations.
Run projects and work with contractors when the Director of Facilities and Operations is not available.
Perform other duties as the Director of Facilities and Operations may deem necessary.