Bay Aging is seeking a full-time Facilities Maintenance Technician for the Montross area. This is a front-line position responsible for ongoing day-to-day maintenance and repairs of Bay Aging-owned and/or -operated real property. The position requires the provision of hands-on corrective and preventive maintenance procedures. The position is responsible for fulfilling work order requests assigned by supervisory management and is required to work successfully with outside vendors and contractors. The position reports directly to the Facilities Maintenance Coordinator. 98% of employees are proud to work at Bay Aging. Come join the team! Salary $15/hr-$18/hr.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Carry out day-to-day real property maintenance tasks to support operating with maximum reasonable economic and energy efficiency, safety and aesthetics. The position serves as a Bay Aging maintenance representative to ensure the functioning of real property and the safety and comfort of associated residents, employees and visitors. Duties include but are not limited to:

• interact with and support outside vendors and contractors as assigned;
• protect and preserve the confidentiality of consumers with outside vendors and contractors;
• timely completion of work orders for corrective and preventive maintenance;
• perform corrective and preventive maintenance on electrical devices/fixtures (i.e. diagnose, repair and/or replace issues with smoke detectors, thermostats, light fixtures, ceiling fans, outlets, light switches, etc.);
• perform basic maintenance and inspection of HVAC units (i.e. remove PTAC units and clean properly, diagnose heating/cooling issues, etc.);
• perform corrective and preventive maintenance on plumbing fixtures (i.e. replace bobber, float, handle, or any other internal part of a toilet; unclog drains, and remove and replace toilet, sinks, faucets, shower drains, etc.);
• perform light carpentry duties (i.e. remove and replace exterior and interior doors, hang cabinets, repair minor water damage to sheetrock, etc.);
• perform interior and exterior surface painting and related preparation and clean-up;
• interact with Bay Aging clients, employees, visitors and business associates in a courteous and professional manner;
• use knowledge and experience to recommend future improvement projects.

2. Support the coordination of safety improvements and preservation. This includes but is not limited to:

• determine need to report observed safety or health issues to supervisor;
• maintain knowledge of Americans with Disabilities Act, fire, health, and safety requirements for licensure, accreditation, certification or inspections.

3. Respond to unplanned facility emergencies. The position conducts occasional emergency maintenance facilitation, as needed, outside of regularly scheduled work hours.

4. Light cleaning duties as assigned.

5. Supervisory/Management Responsibilities include:

• monitor contractor performance of duties including, but not limited to, groundskeeping, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, roofing, etc., evaluate performance and report to supervisor;
• assist other Facilities Maintenance Technicians/groundskeeping with additional and unforeseen issues that may arise.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Rely on extensive on-the-job training and experience to accomplish the work;
• Demonstrate effective attention to detail;
• Strong customer service skills to establish and maintain trusting professional relationships with a diverse group of individuals including clients, employees, visitors and business associates;
• Ability to generate comprehensible written (email, text message, letter, etc.) and verbal (face-to-face and on the phone) communication;
• Ability to read work orders, assembly and repair manuals, emails, invoices, text messages, etc.;
• Decision-making: Work independently when necessary;
• Understanding and awareness of regulatory and budgetary requirements of funders (i.e. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Virginia Housing, Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development, Federal Transit Authority, etc.) for property maintenance, inspections and compliance;
• Handle a variety of tasks autonomously with regular reporting to supervisor.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Grounds-based position with significant physical requirements (ability to lift 100 lbs., walking, climbing stairs, and standing, stooping or bending for extended periods). Frequent travel required throughout the Bay Aging service area and occasional overnight travel to attend trainings and conferences outside the Bay Aging service area.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• High school or equivalency diploma
• Ability to communicate both in writing and verbally
• Ability to work effectively with all levels within the organization and with those outside Bay Aging
• Ability to represent Bay Aging effectively
• Understand and respect diverse communities
• Basic computer skills, especially with Microsoft Office programs (e.g. Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and maintenance work order management software
• Minimum of two (2) years maintenance experience

FLSA status: This is a non-exempt position.

Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401k Retirement Plan, Paid Leave-Annual, Sick, & Holiday, Employee Assistance Program, after 6 months life insurance and long term disability insurance, and more.

Disclaimer: This job descripion is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. From time to time, the supervisor will ask job holder to perform additional duties related to the completion of the work.

Bay Aging is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran or disability status.