Maintenance Technician II

Description

Full-Time, Union, Non-Exempt Position

$26.50 per hour, 40 hours per week

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Basic Function Of Maintenance Technician Ii

Performs advanced building and grounds maintenance and repair tasks, including but not limited to complex troubleshooting and repairs, preventative maintenance, and project-based work in carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, painting, and landscaping at any New Opportunities, Inc. location. Provides technical leadership and supports oversight of maintenance operations.

Responsibilities Of Maintenance Technician Ii

• Lead and perform skilled maintenance and repair of building systems, including but not limited to carpentry, plumbing, painting, and general structural repairs.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a preventative maintenance schedule to ensure optimal performance and longevity of building systems and equipment.
• Conduct inspections of NOI facilities and related assets, and recommend corrective actions for deficiencies in mechanical, structural, or safety systems.
• Perform routine repairs of both internal and external facilities (i.e. stairways, flooring, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, walkways, fencing, etc.)
• Construct, paint and reconfigure offices as needed.
• Perform routine landscape duties, such as weeding, pruning, removal of debris, and general grounds maintenance.
• Utilize the agency’s work order system to efficiently log, track, and manage assigned maintenance tasks.
• Identify, report, and address any unsafe conditions promptly; lead the response to urgent facility concerns.
• Plan and conduct snow removal and other weather-related maintenance tasks, as needed.
• Set up and prepare meeting and event rooms as required.
• Provide technical guidance and assist in the training and onboarding of maintenance and support staff, as assigned.
• Transport agency donations and deliveries as needed.
• Open and close buildings as assigned, may include disarming and setting alarm systems.
• Assist in planning and conducting regular fire drills.
• Perform routine cleaning services as assigned, includes dusting, cleaning windows, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and trash removal.
• Coordinate repairs and other maintenance issues with NOI supply vendors, contractors etc.
• Be available to work early mornings, nights and/or weekends, particularly in adverse weather conditions or emergencies.
• Perform any other related duties as assigned to support the overall mission of the agency.
  
  

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS OF MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN II:

Education

High School Diploma or G.E.D. desired.

Experience

5 years of experience in building maintenance and facilities management, or a skilled trade (e.g. carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, general skilled work). Experience with preventative maintenance programs, work order systems, and vendor coordination.

Job Skills

• Proven experience in building maintenance and repair.
• Strong carpentry and plumbing skills
• Basic electrical skills
• HVAC skills
• Basic computer skills
• Basic math skills
• Strong communication skills
  
  

Licenses /Certifications

Connecticut Driver’s License, own transportation and insurance required.

EOE AA M/F/Vets/Disability

Benefits Include

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Vacation Time
• Personal Time
• Sick Time
• Holiday Pay
  
  

New Opportunities' mission is to improve the quality of life for economically disadvantaged individuals by providing the necessary resources to increase their standard of living, foster self-improvement, and maximize self-empowerment.

New Opportunities Inc. is the community action agency that serves Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington and 27 surrounding Connecticut towns. We offer a variety of social service programs designed to eliminate poverty and assist people in need.

Headquartered in Waterbury and the cities fourth largest employer, New Opportunities has additional offices in Meriden, Torrington, Danbury and Thomaston for the convenience of those they serve. Annually, more than 61,000 individuals benefit from programs offered at this agency, guided by the New Opportunities staff who helped them find the way to meet their needs.

In accordance with the mission of New Opportunities, the Agency aims to increase the self-sufficiency of its customers and support their move out of poverty toward a more middle-class lifestyle.

In 1964, the Agency incorporated as a private non-profit corporation in the State of Connecticut and is a tax-exempt 501 (c) (3) organization. With an annual budget for 2014 in excess of $41 million dollars, New Opportunities administers more than 50 social service programs targeted to the low-income, elderly and disabled communities.

While the range of programs is broad, they fall into one or more of the following categories:

• Energy Assistance and Weatherization
• AIDS / HIV Prevention
• Fatherhood Initiative
• Employment Education and Training
• Child Welfare and Family Development Services
• Early Childhood Education Programs
• Elderly Services
• Homeless Shelter and Transitional Housing
• Ex-Offender Programs and Re-entry Services