Quarry Oaks / Rolling Oaks - Maintenance Technician

About the role

VOA is recruiting to fill a full time Maintenance Technician position. This individual's time will be split between the Quarry Oaks and Rolling Oaks Apartments as well as other sites as needed. These Communities provide affordable housing development sponsored by the Department of Housing and Urban Development, providing a safe and secure lifestyle for seniors.

Objectives/Activities

• Assure quality, building maintenance, repair, and custodial upkeep in a safe, non-judgmental manner to all residents.
• Support the safety and the integrity of all residents as it relates to the housing site objectives.
• Perform work in a cost effective and service oriented manner as it relates to established organizational standards.
• Conduct required inspections of heating/cooling systems and smoke detectors.
• Provide emergency repairs to assure safety and security of residents and facility.
• Select, purchase and pick-up repair materials as needed.
• Maintain and make repairs, as needed, of the interior and exterior of the building to meet all county codes and to insure all equipment is in safe working order.
• Maintain all plumbing and electrical services, i.e., electrical fixtures, lighting, toilets, sinks, drains, equipment, tools, etc. to be in good working order for apartments and common areas, i.e. restrooms, laundry facilities, recreation rooms, kitchens, etc.
• Maintain adequate lighting for interior and exterior of property.
• Maintain accurate records regarding preventive maintenance, service request, apartment make-ready and periodic inspections.
• Maintain facility in a clean, sanitary and presentable manner at all times.
• Participate in the inspection of common areas of hazardous or unsafe condition, physical damage, or any other form of deterioration and report those conditions to management.
• Monitor and requisition cleaning supplies as needed.
• Assist with other projects as assigned by the Community Administrator.
• Communicate with on site program staff, Community Administrator, Assistant Administrator, Services Coordinator, and external county/state/city program representatives as required.
• Direct available resources as required.
• Comprehend and adhere to ethical standards, program philosophy guidelines, and confidentiality laws.
• Aid in the training and development of new staff.
• Maintain an above average working knowledge of fire, safety, and health standards to assure safe work environment for residents and all personnel.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to perform plumbing, electrical, and basic carpentry skills.
• The ability to communicate and comprehend oral and written instructions and to provide services to clients without ethnic or social prejudices.
• A general knowledge of issues and challenges unique to seniors, lower economic-status individuals, minorities, and persons with disabilities.
• Organizational skills, the flexibility to work irregular hours, and the willingness to function as a team member.
• At least one year of experience in building maintenance.
• A valid California driver’s license and ability to meet organizations insurance carriers guidelines required.

Skills

• General building maintenance skills, including building layout, material, and equipment.
• Understanding of HVAC, plumbing, general carpentry.
• Knowledge of finishes, fixtures and furnishings.
• Routine / preventive maintenance skills.
• Ability to identify / understand of structural / mechanical / electrical systems.
• Ability to identify replacement/repair needs beyond normal maintenance.
• Ability to follow documented instruction / guidelines.
• Ability to identify inspections / scheduling.
• Ability to perform simple calculations using “shop math” for linear, spatial and volumetric measurements.
• Ability to perform accurate calculations for estimated cost of simple projects or providing service including labor, materials and equipment.

Pay

USD $20.88 - USD $20.88 /Hr.