Maintenance Tech I

MAINTENANCE TECH 1

Riverview Gardens is seeking a full-time Maintenance Tech 1 to join their team in Denton, MD! The Maintenance Tech I is responsible for overall maintenance of property. Responsible for preventive maintenance, painting and repairs inside and outside the property to provide a safe, attractive and orderly environment for the benefit, use enjoyment protection of residents, staff and visitors. This is an entry-level position. This position requires weekend hours.

Riverview Gardens is part of Volunteers of America National Services (VOANS).

VOANS is a nonprofit subsidiary of Volunteers of America. National Services is organized and operated to "advance, support, promote and administer health, housing and supportive services" in pursuit of the objectives of Volunteers of America. National Services employs more than 3,000 professionals across the country to operate its housing and health care programs. Come and join us and be a part of 'something more'.

In 2021 VOANS was nominated as One of the Best Places to Work. Come join our team!

Responsibilities Include:

• Make recommendations to Community Administrator on necessary maintenance repairs, preventive maintenance, and property improvements
• Repair and paint the building exterior as needed
• Maintain adequate lighting for interior and exterior of property
• Schedule and expedite work order request
• Maintain a clean and orderly storage room
• Must be capable of using and climbing extension ladder to access roof, windows, and siding to make repairs as needed
• Safety:
  Know, follow and enforce facility safety rules.
  B. Demonstrate proper use of equipment; report equipment needs or repairs.
  C. Follow and enforce facility smoking policies.
  D. Report and document incidents or accidents involving residents, staff or visitors to the appropriate facility personnel.
  E. Oversee and inspect quality and ensure adherence to safety and building regulations.
  F. Ensure quality of contracted services and enforce adherence to safety and building safety.
  G. Understand and implement established emergency procedures
• Complete required training
• Available to work on-call to ensure that twenty-four (24) hour maintenance is provided to the properties.

Required Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent
2. 6 months full-time experience in building maintenance
3. Proficient in English. Must have the ability to read and write in English
4. Able to follow both verbal and written English instructions
5. Ability to follow proper safety protocols
6. Know how to turn the water valve and electricity off in case of emergency
7. Pass background screening (drug, employment history and criminal)

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Knowledge of basic machinery and tools
2. Construction experience and / or maintenance of equipment and utility experience
   

Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurances

Paid Time Off (Sick, Vacation and Holiday)

Retirement (403B)

Life Insurance

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations' shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.