Building Maintenance Mechanic_NE-EBC_150-Facilities Maintenance

Building Maintenance Mechanic

 

Job Summary:

 

Performs variety of skilled maintenance work for buildings and grounds including heating, ventilation, and air conditioning, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work as well as routine maintenance and repairs.

 

Essential Functions and Percentages:

 

This job description should not be interpreted as all inclusive.  It is intended to identify the essential functions and requirements of this position.  The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this job description.

 

Inspects, tests, adjusts, and repairs all physical plant machinery, heating, cooling, plumbing, and electrical systems, and records maintenance in accordance with schedules.

 

Constructs and repairs building structures, walls, floors, ceilings, cabinets, and furniture.

 

Performs skilled maintenance activities including construction, brazing, soldering, and minor plumbing.

 

Checks and repairs pumps, fans, valves, and motors.

 

Installs electrical equipment such as wiring, switching devices, controls, etc.

 

Performs minor HVAC repairs.

 

Maintains tools and machinery in good condition and uses all tools carefully and as instructed.

 

Sheet rock and carpentry experience is a must.

 

Other Responsibilities (__%):

 

Prepares accurate records for preventive maintenance.

 

Moves furniture and equipment as needed.

 

Assists in performing groundskeeping work as needed.

 

Cleans and maintains workshop in orderly manner.

 

Performs other duties as assigned.

 

Materials and Equipment:

 

Hand saw                                         Planer                                 Joiner                                Shaper

Table saw                                         Wood lathe                         Drill press                          Sanding Machine

Router                                              Electric drill                         Hammer                            Screw Drivers

Wire Cutters                                     Ladder                                Gauges

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

 

Knowledge of the methods, materials, tool, and practices used in at least two of the building, electrical, or mechanical trades.

 

Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, construction, and air conditioning equipment.

 

Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trades involved.

 

Skill in the care and use of tools and equipment used in the trades involved.

 

Ability to detect defects in equipment and to make proper repairs or adjustments.

 

Ability to follow instructions and work with little or no supervision.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

 

Education and Experience:

 

Two years course work from a technical or vocational school in construction, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning as well as pluming and electronics,

 

and

 

seven years’ experience performing maintenance and repair work for commercial building and grounds,

 

or

 

any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.  

 

License and Certification Requirements:

 

None.

 

Physical Requirements:

 

Ability to meet attendance requirements.

 

Ability to read, write, and communicate the English language.

 

Ability to lift and carry moderately heavy (25-50 lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment frequently.  Ability to lift heavy (50-100 lbs.) materials, supplies, and equipment occasionally.  Work requires continued walking, stooping, standing, and some climbing.

 

Working Conditions:

 

Work primarily in an office environment; however, time is spent outside (approximately 25% to 50% of the time) exposed to temperature extremes, dirt, dust, noise, etc.

 

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

 

 Why work for us?

The Salvation Army offers a broad range of career opportunities, particularly targeted toward those motivated by our mission, to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

The Salvation Army strives to do the “Most Good” for its employees by offering a greater sense of purpose in the work performed, by training and mentoring employees and by offering competitive compensation and benefit plans.  Whether employed as a truck driver, administrative support team member or the director of a program, our employees understand at the core of their work is the opportunity to be an integral part of an organization that is Doing the Most Good.

Additional Information:

All employees recognize The Salvation Army is a church and agree they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

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Application Submittal Period:  02/252025 - 03/25/2025

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled

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