Maintenance Worker I

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Worker I performs a wide variety of semi-skilled and skilled tasks in the maintenance, servicing, repair and alteration of residential/commercial property, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, heating, air conditioning, and minor repairs to electrical and mechanical systems; diagnoses equipment failures and repairs, maintains and replaces equipment and parts. The Maintenance Worker I also performs preventative maintenance and repairs.

The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this class.

• Performs preventive maintenance on property.
• For all equipment, troubleshoots issues, maintains, services and makes repairs.
• Insures that propertys plumbing, electrical, heating and air conditioning units are in good repair and meet all governmental regulations and other guidelines as set forth by MAAC Project.
• Develops, plans, and determines priorities for the enhancement, repair and modification of building facilities and equipment. Prepare reports setting forth progress, adverse trends and appropriate recommendations and conclusions. Advises immediate supervisor regarding building conditions and utilization as affected by repair/maintenance/enhancement activities.
• Schedules work in an effective and timely manner to meet the maintenance and cleaning needs of the agencys properties.
• Prepares and updates plans for response to and recovery from emergency and disaster conditions. Leads and participates in the implementation of emergency plans in appropriate situations.
• Keep fire and other emergency equipment in good working condition. Schedules inspection of all fire extinguishers annually. Responsible for the maintenance of and training in the operation of security alarm systems to designated persons.
• Maintains availability in order to address tenant concerns, facilitate repairs and address emergencies as they arise.
• Performs regular office tasks including responding to and forwarding mail, accounting for petty cash and addressing questions and concerns over the phone.
• Installs, maintains and repairs flooring, doors, cabinets, fixtures and windows.
• Repairs and installs locks; makes keys.
• Paints a variety of surfaces; performs cement, masonry, plaster or brick work; repairs drywall on property.
• Assists landscaping contractors in identifying landscaping issues and creating solutions.
• Purchases equipment and supplies (per department approval).
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge of:

• Basic principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in rough and finish carpentry, cabinetry, wood finishing.
• Basic principles, methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the building construction and/or mechanical and electrical trades; shop mathematics.
• Basic principles and techniques of water and waste water supply and drainage plumbing using galvanized, copper, and PVC pipe.
• Basic methods and materials used for concrete work, surface patching, and brick and masonry repair.
• Surface preparation and application of paints appropriate to different internal and external surfaces.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the fields of electrical, plumbing, carpentry and related building trades.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to facility maintenance.

Skills and Ability to:

• Operate and maintain specialized tools used in electrical, carpentry, plumbing and related building trades.
• Measure and calculate angles, lengths and volumes.
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Exercise independent judgment and initiative without close supervision.
• Prepare basic records and reports; read and interpret manuals, specifications, drawings and blueprints.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
• Utilize Microsoft Excel and Word software at an intermediate level.

• High school diploma or GED and technical training in a building trade (electrical, carpentry, plumbing, etc); AND
• Two (2) years or more in skilled maintenance work.

VALUE-BASED BEHAVIORS

Listens attentively to others. Asks clarifying questions to gain a better understanding of the other persons views and underlying assumptions
Works effectively in a team environment and actively participates in joint problem solving; willingly cooperates with co-workers
Identifies and takes advantage of opportunities for personal and professional development
Attends work consistently and punctually. Arrives to meetings prepared and on time; honors work commitments; follows through on what was agreed upon; meets deadlines
Honors the private and confidential matters of co-workers. Protects the proprietary information of MAAC systems
Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes
Deals with issues directly, in a respectful and timely manner. Focuses on resolving the issue while not criticizing the person. Follows rules, regulations, and policies; positively contributes to implementing changes

HEALTH STATUS

Must have a physical examination, TB clearance and a drug screen by a doctor/clinic designated by MAAC as well as immunization records for influenza*, pertussis and measles as required by state and federal regulations prior to the first day of employment.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this class, an employee is regularly required to stand, walk and sit, talk or hear both in person and by telephone, uses hands to finger, handle or feel objects or controls, reach with hands and arms. An employee also is regularly required to stoop, kneel, bend, crouch or crawl, climb or balance and lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, color vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands

While performing the duties of this class, the employee is regularly required to use written and oral communication skills; read and interpret information; analyze and solve problems; observe and interpret people and situations; use basic math; learn and apply new information or skills; work under intensive deadlines and interact with MAAC management, administrators, staff, teachers, parents, family members, children and others encountered in the course of work.

BACKGROUND CLEARANCE

All positions are subject to a background/education check, DMV check, NSOR, exclusion and debarment checks prior to hire and periodically throughout employment as required by various funding sources.

Note: California Start law requires background criminal checks on anyone who works in a licensed childcare facility who is not a client. Must have or obtain a current criminal background check clearance, signed criminal record statement, and signed Acknowledgement to Report Child Abuse form prior to the first day of employment.

TRANSPORTATION

Must have and maintain a valid California Drivers License, daily use of a personal, insured vehicle, and have and maintain a motor vehicle driving record acceptable to MAACs insurance carrier. Incumbents will be enrolled in the California DMV Pull Program.