Maintenance Tech

Come join our awesome team as a
Maintenance Tech I at
Lewis Place in
Raleigh, NC!

Lewis Place is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

• Shift: Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 5:00pm. Occasional Weekends as needed
• On-Call schedule for emergencies is Week-on, Week-off.
• Pay Rate:
  Starting $22.00/hr

The Maintenance Tech I is responsible for the overall maintenance of the property. Responsible for preventive maintenance, painting, and repairs inside and outside the property to provide a safe, attractive and orderly environment for the benefit, and use enjoyment protection of residents, staff, and visitors. This is an entry-level position.

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year of full-time experience in building maintenance
• Proficient in English. Must have the ability to read and write in English
• Able to follow both verbal and written English instructions
• Ability to follow proper safety protocols
• Know how to turn the water valve and electricity off in case of emergency
• Must have reliable transportation.

• Knowledge of basic machinery and tools
• Construction experience and/or maintenance of equipment and utility experience
• Make recommendations to Community Administrator on necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements.
• Repair and paint the building exterior as needed.
• Maintain adequate lighting for the interior and exterior of the property
• Schedule and expedite work order request
• Maintain a clean and orderly storage room
• Must be capable of using and climbing an extension ladder to access the roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as needed
• Safety:
  Know, follow and enforce facility safety rules.
• Complete required training
• Available to work on-call to ensure that twenty-four (24) hour maintenance is provided to the properties.

Our Great Place to Work survey results found that 87% of employees said their work has a special meaning: this is not “just a job”.

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Saving Account (FSA)
• 403(b) - with discretionary contribution
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Employee Referral Program

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness program
• Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)
• Short term disability
  
  Loan program
• Ministry Program

Equal Opportunity Employer
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