Maintenance Technician

Position:
Maintenance Technician

Division:
Property Management

Reports to:

Facilities Manager

Classification:
Non-exempt

Supervises:
None

ABOUT US

APC's mission is to end homelessness by providing housing and services to create communities where individuals and families who have experienced homelessness can build toward self-sufficiency. At APC, we believe we better meet our mission by recruiting, training, and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative, at all job levels, of the community we serve. Over 50% of APC's employees have lived experience with homelessness.

This experience, along with the many other skills and talents of our employees, strengthens our work. APC strives to recruit a racially and ethnically diverse workforce. We aim to provide a workplace that is for everyone and where everyone's voice is heard.

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Under the direct supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Technician will perform work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of structures and related facilities. Perform assigned tasks to ensure the safety of common areas. Responds to emergency call situations. and perform related work as required.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES

• Performs maintenance primarily related to the rehabilitation of rental units.

• Performs demolition work involving removing walls, ceilings, floors, windows, and appliances.

• Constructs, erects, alters, repairs, and maintains interior and exterior structures.

• Monitors work done by outside contractors for adherence to state and federal building code requirements.

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an effective and efficient work environment.

• Transports various items (e.g. tools, equipment supplies, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the availability of materials required at job site.

• This position also required you to respond to after-hour emergencies, fire, flood, and blood.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years minimum of experience in related facilities maintenance.

• Ability to perform plumbing, electrical, and troubleshoot appliances.

• Good working knowledge of using hand tools and power equipment.

• Ability to work alone and with others and accomplish work quickly and efficiently.

• Current California Driver's License

• Driving record must meet minimum standards sufficient to be added to APC Insurance Policy

• Proof of vehicle insurance may be required

• Ability to speak English clearly and write legibly -- Some record keeping is required.

• Employment will be contingent on passing an initial operating exam

• Ability to perform repair/maintenance tasks, climb stairs and ladders, bend over, use cleaning equipment, and lift moderately heavy objects (up to 75 lbs)

• Ability to interact with a wide variety of people in a calm, clear, non-threatening manner including APC staff, residents, contractors, and local agencies

• Be available to work after-hour emergency calls Saturdays and Sundays as well.

• Ability to learn new tasks and/or systems.

This job description does not promise or imply that the functions listed are the only duties to be performed or that the position may not change or be eliminated. Employees are always expected to follow their supervisor's instructions and to perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

BENEFITS OF JOINING THE APC TEAM

• Opportunities for professional development and growth are available within our organization.
• Full-time employees receive 100% paid medical premiums.
• Employees are provided with $50,000 in Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability coverage.
• 12 observed holidays throughout the year.
• 8 floating holiday hours, sick time accrual is set at 96 hours, and vacation accrual begins at 80 hours annually, increasing with tenure.
• Access to our Emergency Assistance Program (EAP) services.
• Receive free AC Transit Easy Pass for public transportation.

APC values diversity and believes we better meet our mission by recruiting, training, and retaining a diverse and representative workforce at all job levels of our community. Folks identifying as Black, Indigenous, People of Color, or LGBTQ are encouraged to apply for this…