Maintenance Technician

Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 02.13.2025

Hourly Wage: $26.00

Hours Per Week: 40

Status: Non-Exempt / Full Time

Number of Positions: 1

Department: Bridgeway of Hope Program

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

The Salvation Army Mission Statement:

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

Application Instructions:

Complete the online job application, upload a resume.

To apply online go to: Maintenance Technician

To apply in person go to 6655 NE 82nd Ave., Portland, OR 97220. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Questions, contact Nell Armitage at nell.armitage@usw.salvationarmy.org or call 971-230-5303. Ms. Armitage is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.

Recruiting Accommodation Statement:

To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the American's with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process, please contact 1-888-887-6528 or email thq.reporting.line@usw.salvationarmy.org, attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.

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SCOPE OF POSITION: Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all fire/life safety systems with the help of contracted vendors in the facility. This position is responsible for keeping the facility in a safe and fully functioning state. This individual will follow a specific schedule of ongoing maintenance as well as performing special and/or emergency duties as assigned by immediate supervisor. Any special or unusual concern is to be brought to the immediate attention of the supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Complete routine maintenance work as needed.
• Assess and ensure repair of plumbing problems and leaks, including, but not limited to, replacing toilets, fittings, pipes, faucets, drains, and/or showers.
• Assess and ensure repair of electrical problems, including, but not limited to, replacing light switches, light fixtures, bulbs, outlets, or the facility equipment that uses electricity.
• Assess major maintenance projects, bid jobs, contact contractors, and make recommendations to supervisor for approval.
• Maintain with Contractor support as needed, Technology/communications equipment, Security, Fire, Fire Sprinkler, Alarm, HVAC, Boiler, and Furnace.
• Complete necessary painting and drywall repairs as well as minor roofing and structural repairs.
• Maintain Facility equipment inside rooms, office spaces, and common areas.
• Maintain the grounds and external equipment, including doors and windows
• Ensure all work orders are responded to and completed in a timely manner.
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition.
• Maintain inventory of routine materials and supplies.
• Maintain Petty Cash Funds as applicable
• Attend meetings as required and perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to set priorities and organize time well, work with or without direct supervision
• Must demonstrate sensitivity to the problems faced by men in recovery.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to sit, walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis; Ability to grasp, push, pull objects like file cabinet drawers, and reach overhead.
• Able to lift 50 lbs. and physically able to perform significant amount of bending, twisting, stooping, climbing stairs, walking over uneven surfaces and use of ladders
• Ability to understand written information
• Able to climb ladders and/or scaffolding to inspect and/or work on interior and exterior buildings
• May include occasional offensive odors.
• Exposure to caustic and non-caustic chemicals and materials.
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases.
• Work outdoors, sometimes in inclement weather.
• Working in heat, dust, grime and odors.
• On call for necessary emergency repairs, 24/7
• Other requirements as necessary.

Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is a reasonable and no undue hardship would result.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:

Preferred: High School Diploma or GED. Plus experience in a maintenance and General construction, Low voltage certified.

Considered: Equivalent work and life experience considered. Experience related to Knowledge Skills and Abilities, and Essential Duties.

Ability to work with various socio-economic, ethnic and racial populations is a must. Must possess good written and oral communication skills and (or be willing to learn); knowledge of maintenance sectors and commitment to non-violence in all interactions. Computer skills needed to perform tasks related to the position are required but limited in nature.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Ability to set and Organize priorities and prioritize multiple requests from Management
• Maintain confidentiality and privacy.
• Hand tools and Power tools for Electrical, Plumbing, Drywall, Painting, Structure, Grounds
• Pressure Washer Use, blowers, other battery-operated power tools.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and distant vision.
• Specific hearing abilities required include low to high tonal ranges
• Understanding and/or experience with Safety procedures including Blood Borne Pathogens.
• Able to understand and work according to OSHA and all Federal, State, local, and Salvation Army rules, regulations, policies and procedures and Fire Marshall expectations.
• Problem-solving skills are essential to solve various daily challenges.
• Organize and maintain clean work areas and storage areas.

SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE-RELATED SKILLS:

• Use Networked computers and printers
• Use a Photo Copier and Scanner
• Motor Vehicle Experience is required
• Be able to qualify to drive for The Salvation Army.
• Have 1 or less traffic violations in the last year.

SUPERVISOR: Bridgeway of Hope Director