Maintenance Technician

SENIOR HOUSING OPTIONS INC.•Denver, CO

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Senior Housing Options, Inc., a non-profit providing affordable, safe housing and care for seniors and people with disabilities, has a great opportunity for a Maintenance Tech to join our Home Office. If you enjoy caring for others, working for a non-profit, and having a mission that you can believe in, then join our professional team at Senior Housing Options! Summary/Objective: This is a hybrid position with the primary purpose to maintain the building’s infrastructure and respond to Maintenance Requests within a needed function. This position follows strict policies and procedures. This hybrid position may also dedicate 10-20% of its time as assigned by the supervisor to driving & transporting Staff and Residents to various activities.

Requirements

Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing, including the ability to provide non-technical assistance in a simple, straightforward manner
Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
Friendly demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character
Maintains a professional demeanor and responds with urgency.
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
Basic computer/internet knowledge and typing skills
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of diverse constituents.
Self-directed and proactive; independent problem solver
Demonstrated working knowledge in maintenance functions.
Be open to new ideas and be willing to incorporate them into practice.
Must have ability to drive to various properties to perform specialized maintenance duties.
High school diploma preferred
Minimum one (1) year prior work experience within specialized maintenance area required
Valid DL

Nice To Haves

Prior working experience with elderly and/or disabled population a plus
Experience / comfort driving full size vans, shuttle bus, both empty and transporting passengers
Bilingual a plus

Responsibilities

Performs a function within the Facilities and Maintenance team including but not limited to painting, pest control, HVAC, grounds keeping, snow removal, general maintenance, etc.
Complete Maintenance Requests within specialized area in a timely manner following SHO policies and procedures
Performs work assignments around the community and maintain community grounds and projects dictated to or as assigned.
Moves company vehicles as necessary to pick up, transport and return residents, staff and supplies as assigned.
Follows all safety protocols , specialized training and requirements for utilizing vehicles and transporting people.
Follow fire and safety procedures.
Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures.
Be familiar with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals stored and used at the facility
Maintain records through unit files and property management files as directed by the property manager/Administrator.
Report any accidents/incidents or hazards to supervisor or manager regardless of severity
Maintain a written "check out" system if tools or equipment are lent to other SHO facilities, being repaired or otherwise taken off the premises.
Maintain all tools and equipment in good, safe condition and use according to manufacturers' recommendations.
Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident information
Communicate and coordinate with residents in scheduling work to be performed in resident's/tenant’s room; treat residents/tenants and their property with dignity and respect.
Maintain communication lines with property management and other personnel by attending required meetings as appropriate.
May assist with moving large & small items within facilities and buildings.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Property Manager or Assistant Director, Facilities & Maintenance