Building Maintenance Specialist

Role and Responsibilities

Maintain agency facilities in a safe manner so that services can be conducted safely without undo interruption of ongoing operations.

BRIEF OUTLINE OF POSITION

• Perform basic repairs, including carpentry, electrical, and plumbing.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose issues with HVAC systems, plumbing, appliances, and other building systems and articulate repair needs to vendors.
• Coordinate with vendors and subcontracted trades to ensure effective working relationships.
• Transport furniture, appliances, records, supplies, equipment, and deliveries.
• Deal with clogged drains and toilets, ensuring timely resolution of plumbing issues.
• Follow daily tasks as assigned by the supervisor.
• Review and report all health, safety, and maintenance issues to the supervisor.
• Be available to assist in emergencies related to building maintenance 24/7 on a rotating schedule.
• Work flexible hours, including building openings and closings outside normal business hours.
• Be available during inclement weather seasons.
• Other duties as assigned by the supervisor.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalency required.
• Current valid driver’s license; must have the ability to pass CATCH Inc.’s Road Test; must be able to pass DOT physical.
• Basic knowledge of principles in general building maintenance, HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting.

Preferred Skills

• Project Management.
• Discretion.
• Decision Making.
• Time Management.
• Attention to Detail.
• Customer/Client Focus.

WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE (IF APPLICABLE)

• Must have an acceptable PA criminal history, FBI clearance and Child Abuse clearance done prior to hire.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

• No

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• This job operates in and around a few commercial, office and residential environments.

TRAVEL

• Travel is primarily local within city limits during the business day.

Physical Demands

• Heavy physical effort which may include frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing stairs, and handling of heavy items such as machines or equipment up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent activities require full-body exertion; must be comfortable working at heights up to 20 feet on an extension ladder.
• Indoor/outdoor work environment with some exposure to weather extremes.
• Must possess physical attributes to accomplish the assignments listed above.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• CATCH Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. CATCH Inc. expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of CATCH’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT

• Applicants as well as employees who are or become disabled must be able to perform the essential job functions either unaided or with reasonable accommodation. The organization shall determine reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.