Facilities Maintenance Technician

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Full-time

Description

At Caritas we believe every life deserves LOVE! If you agree, then please consider joining our team!! Caritas Family Solutions is seeking a capable Facilities Maintenance Technician to serve our agency throughout the Belleville area. This position is perfect for experienced and dependable professionals who would enjoy seeing their hard work benefit the less fortunate. As an FMT, you'll be part of a fun team of individuals dedicated to making a positive impact on our agency, every day! If you're ready to change the world, please apply today!!!

At Caritas, we know we're competing with other employers for your services, and we want to win! It is our goal to offer competitive compensation and affordable benefits to all eligible employees. Caritas currently offers the following benefits to full-time employees:

• 403 B Retirement Plan (5% Employer Match)
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage
• 12 Employer Paid State & Federal Holidays
• Telehealth Services
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Health Saving Account
• Employer Paid Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Real Work/Life Balance

Hours worked (typical): 40+

Description of Typical Work Schedule: 7:30am-4:00pm (Monday through Friday) (Hours set based on necessity of department or office.)

PURPOSE: The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for working on the maintenance of Caritas buildings to ensure smooth operations of programs. Work is performed under the supervision of the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform routine maintenance and repair tasks such as replacing light bulbs, ballasts, moving furniture or equipment, plumbing issues, cleaning gutters, sidewalks and parking lots, patching walls and ceilings, painting, grass and weed control, mowing, repairing fences, repairing doors, etc. as directed by the Facilities Maintenance Supervisor.
• Monitors systems and/or work order procedures as instructed by Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician to detect problems as early as possible.
• Assists the Director of Facilities and Lead Facilities Maintenance Technician with maintenance activities, including work performed by contractors or vendors. Examples of such items are the inspection of fire alarm systems, sprinkler system, boiler or water heater inspections, replacing broken windows, furnace filters, etc.
• Work independently and as part of a team as needed.
• Travel to various Caritas locations to conduct maintenance work or oversee vendor activities.
• Inspect equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Estimate sizes, distances, and quantities; or determine time, resources, or materials needed to perform a work activity.
• Analyze information and evaluate results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Keep up-to-date technically and apply new knowledge to your job.
• Use either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Enter, transcribe, record, store, or maintain information in written or electronic/magnetic form.
• Use hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Run, maneuver, or drive vehicles or mechanized equipment, passenger vehicles.
• Perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling materials.
• Service, repair, adjust, and test machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily on the basis of mechanical (not electronic) principles.
• Use computers and computer systems to program, enter data, or process information.
• Communicate with people outside the organization, representing the organization to customers,. This information can be exchanged in person, or by telephone or..
• Provide information to supervisors, co-workers, and/or others by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person.
• Develop constructive and cooperative working relationships with others, and maintaining them over time.
• Translate or explain what information means and how it can be used.
• Collaborate/work effectively with others in a group and/or team.
• Perform routine maintenance, such as inspecting drives, motors, or belts, checking fluid levels, replacing filters, or doing other preventive maintenance actions.
• Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
• Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or straightedges.
• Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices.
• Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary
• Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
• Clean or lubricate shafts, bearings, gears, or other parts of machinery.
• Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
• Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, or power tools.
• Install equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings.
• Set up and operate machine tools to repair or fabricate machine parts, jigs, fixtures, or tools.
• Fabricate or repair counters, benches, partitions, or other wooden structures, such as sheds or outbuildings.
• Paint or repair roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures.
• Provide groundskeeping services, such as landscaping or snow removal.
• Position, attach, or blow insulating materials to prevent energy losses from buildings, pipes, or other structures or objects.
• Perform other maintenance duties as requested.
• Work independently and as part of a team as needed.
• Work on the following systems: electrical, HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, painting, drywall, and flooring (tile, vinyl, LVP, etc.).
• Respond quickly to on-call duties.
• Other duties as assigned.

DIRECT REPORTS: N/A

Requirements

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE REQUIRED/PREFERRED

Degree/Field Required:High school diploma (Related fields will be considered.)

Degree/Field Preferred: N/A (Related fields will be considered.)

Additional Fields of Knowledge Important for the Role: Administrative- Knowledge of administrative and office procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and workplace terminology. Building and Construction- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in the construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other structures such as highways and roads. Computers and Electronics- Knowledge of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic equipment, and computer hardware and software, including applications and programming. Customer and Personal Service- Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction. Design- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principles involved in production of precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings, and models. Engineering and Technology- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services. English Language- Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar. Geography- Knowledge of principles and methods for describing the features of land, sea, and air masses, including their physical characteristics, locations, interrelationships, and distribution of plant, animal, and human life. Mathematics- Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications. Mechanical- Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Production and Processing- Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Public Safety and Security- Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective local, state, or national security operations for the protection of people, data, property, and institutions. .

Experience Required: Minimum 1-3 years (Can be interchanged with equivalent experience from an advanced degree related to this job and/or with other relevant experience verified by applicant/incumbent).

Licenses/Certifications Required: None

Licenses/Certifications Preferred: None

SKILLS REQUIRED

Manager-specific: N/A

Basic: Active Learning- Understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making. Active Listening- Give full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times. Critical Thinking- Use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems. Learning Strategies- Select and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things. Mathematics- Use mathematics to solve problems. Reading Comprehension- Understand written sentences and paragraphs in work-related documents. Speaking- Talk to others to convey information effectively. Writing- Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience. Language- Able to read and write in English.

Social: Coordination- Adjust actions in relation to others' actions. Instructing- Teach others how to do something. Service Orientation- Look for ways to help people. Social Perceptiveness- Be aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.

Problem Solving/Decision-making: Complex Problem Solving- Identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Judgment and Decision Making- Consider the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one ensuring that decisions made have an impact on others, the image/reputation of Caritas, and/or the financial resources. Systems Analysis- Determine how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes. Systems Evaluation- Identify measures or indicators of system performance and the actions needed to improve or correct performance, relative to the goals of the system.

Resource Management: Management of Material Resources- Obtain and see to the appropriate use of equipment, facilities, and materials needed to do certain work. Personal Time Management- Manage one's own time and the time of others.

Technical: Equipment Maintenance- Perform routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed. Equipment Selection- Determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job. Installation- Install equipment, machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications. Operation and Control- Control operations of equipment or systems. Operations Monitoring- Watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Quality Control Analysis- Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance. Repairing- Repair machines or systems using the needed tools. Troubleshooting- Determine causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Proficient Computer Skills In: Excel, Outlook, Word, Database Management Software, Social Media Platforms

Expert Computer Skills In: N/A

MENTAL EFFORT/COGNITIVE ABILITIES REQUIRED: Concentration/intensity- Focus on higher order mental functions at average to high intensity when performing the majority of job tasks. Have limited opportunities for breaks. Deductive Reasoning- Apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense. Fluency of Ideas- Come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity). Mathematical Reasoning- Choose the right mathematical methods or formulas to solve a problem. Memory- Remember information such as words, numbers, pictures, and procedures. Performance of job tasks rely on memorization of tasks or sequences of events. Consider amount and type of information. Number Facility- Add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly. Oral Comprehension- Listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences. Oral Expression- Communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand. Problem Sensitivity- Tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing that there is a problem. Selective Attention- Concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted. Speed of Closure- Quickly make sense of, combine, and organize information into meaningful patterns. Written Comprehension- Read and understand information and ideas presented in writing. Written Expression- Communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy work. Exert up to 75 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES REQUIRED: Climbing/Heights a factor- Ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized. This factor is important if the amount and kind of climbing required exceeds that required for ordinary locomotion. Balancing- Maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling and walking, standing or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. This factor is important if the amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium. Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling- Bend body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles. Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees. Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine. Crawling. Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. Reaching- Extend hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction. Lifting- Raise objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles. Fingering/Grasping- Pick, pinch, type or otherwise work, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm. Feeling- Perceive attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips. Standing- Particularly for sustained periods of time. Walking- Move about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another. Pushing- Use upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward. Pulling- Use upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion. Speech Clarity/Talking- Express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly. Includes the ability to understand the speech of another person. Hearing- Perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound. Repetitive motion- Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Coordination, including eye/hand, hand/feet. Necessity to distinguish colors to perform job functions. Smell- Rely on smell to perform job functions safely.

VISUAL ACUITY: The worker is required to have visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operate machines; perform mechanical or skilled trades tasks of a non-repetitive nature.

WORK CONTEXT/ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Subject to environmental conditions. Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.Subject to outside environmental conditions. No effective protection from the weather.Subject to both environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside. Subject to noise- There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level. Subject to vibration- Exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body. Subject to hazards- Includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals. Subject to atmospheric conditions- One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. Frequently in close quarters, crawl spaces, shafts, man holes, small enclosed rooms, small sewage and line pipes, and other areas that could cause claustrophobia. Subject to wearing common protective or safety equipment, including but not limited to safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, hard hats, or other PPE deemed necessary to perform the job tasks safely.

Other PPE Required: Masks, closed-toe shoes and Reflective clothing when required.

VEHICLE RELATED REQUIREMENTS:

Access to reliable transportation to get to/from work: Required.

Access to a reliable automobile: Required.

Must provide proof of auto liability insurance (and continue to while working in this position): Required.

Must possess a valid driver's license: Required.

Additional license requirements that are necessary:

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