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Maintenance Technician

The Salvation Army
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 26 Jun 2025

About the role

Job Objective:  Responsible for performing cleaning, housekeeping, light maintenance to maintain the appearance, safety and security of the properties including buildings, grounds, vehicles, and equipment service of the buildings.

 

Essential Functions:

  • Sweep, mop, scrub, vacuum and strip and wax floor and/or carpet
  • Clean all hallways, stairs, restrooms and office spaces or other appropriate areas
  • Empty trash
  • Using power tools, provide minor building maintenance, (painting, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and other related maintenance activities.)
  • Inspect and notify management concerning needs for major repairs, safety or security issues
  • Advise direct supervisor of janitorial and building supply needs
  • Provide routine outside maintenance; clean snow and debris from sidewalk; mow lawn, trim trees and shrubbery, and cultivate flowers as assigned
  • Follow schedule for cleaning windows, furniture, floor polishing, dusting, and etc.
  • Set up furniture for meetings as required
  • May operate vehicle for pick/deliveries or the transport of persons as assigned
  • Conduct minor repair/maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, and forklifts.
  • Provide support to special projects as requested, including the Christmas effort and special events
  • Occasionally resolve repair issues through the fabrication of replacement parts or designs for repurposing existing items
  • Replace window glass, repair of window screens, trim, latches, and seals, repair doors and locks
  • Minor repair and upkeep of appliances such as freezers, refrigerators, washers, dryers, dishwashers, kitchen appliances, etc.
  • Repair and upkeep of various equipment in use such as buffers, extractors, blowers, table saws, hand power tools, carpet cleaners, etc. 
  • Operate forklift to assist in loading and unloading of pallets and other items from trucks
  • Assist other areas when needed to move heavy objects such as food pallets, Christmas items, coats, etc.
  • Perform periodic maintenance inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency lighting, and exit lighting to ensure they are operational, repairing any discrepancies found
  • Other duties as appropriate to the position as assigned by the Facility Manager

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent

 

Experience: Minimum two years’ experience in maintenance or construction field

  • Must be proficient with the following building maintenance equipment:
  • High speed and Low speed floor buffer
  • Carpet extractor
  • Power washer
  • Lawn mower, weed eater, snow blower, other lawn care equipment

 

Certifications/Licenses: 

  • Driver’s license from state of residence
  • First Aid and CPR certification, preferred

 

Skills/Abilities:

  • Ability to safely operate a range of maintenance and lawncare equipment including both powered and handheld
  • Ability to organize and carry out work plan with minimum supervision
  • Detail oriented
  • Ability to comprehend oral and written instructions
  • Ability to work in warm and cold environments
  • Willing and able to work irregular or extended hours as needed
  • Ability to drive and operate motor vehicles, forklifts 
  • Ability to work effectively with diverse cultures
  • Ability to maintain professionalism in conduct while establishing positive relationships with diverse populations
  • Able to maintain appropriate confidentiality, including HIPPA standards and procedures

 

Supervisory Responsibility: None

 

Physical Requirements: Include standing, walking, climbing, and kneeling for extended periods of time; lifting up to 80 pounds; worki

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