Maintenance Technician

Job Summary

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, a ministry of Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of St. Louis, is seeking an on-site Maintenance Technician to perform preventive and ongoing maintenance, including custodial care, to ensure properties and buildings are safe, functional, and well-maintained.

Overview and Responsibilities

• Daily inspect building(s) and grounds, inside and outside, to determine needs for repairs and clean up.
• Performs a wide variety of building and equipment repair, maintenance work and apartment turnovers
• Perform painting, drywall repairs, electrical repairs, HVAC repairs, PTAC replacement, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and maintenance, etc.
• Perform service, filter change and cleaning of HVAC and PTAC units
• Responsible for performance and knowledge of custodial duties in case of their absence
• Keep time and material records of all Work Orders, as well as supply inventory.
• Assist Maintenance Department in overseeing and or escorting outside contractors, including regular inspections of any building system, such as fire panel, elevator and boiler inspections
• Maintain all building and maintenance equipment, including snow removal and lawn cutting.
• Maintain all buildings, lawns, walkways and drives clear of any debris or obstruction.
• Maintain landscaping, flowerbeds, bushes, grass, etc… keeping them trimmed and clear of weed.
• Respond to requests from Management including issues with safety and security.
• Respond immediately to all emergencies.
• Responsible for representing Cardinal Ritter Senior Services in a caring professional manner.
• Maintain CRSS cell phone, charged and available for emergency response at all times.
• Work with maintenance supervisor on biannual and special projects
• Must keep a clean shop and an organized inventory of all parts and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge and Experience Requirements

• Experience custodial and service fields, including some experience in skilled trades, such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting or carpentry fields.
• Knowledge of acceptable trade practices and building standards.
• The ability to understand and follow directions.
• The ability to prioritize.

Skills and Competencies Required

• Conduct daily inspection of work areas
• Responsible for maintaining tools and equipment for safe use
• Must be able to follow written and verbal instructions
• Must be able to utilize work order system
• Must be able to follow specific instructions
• Must be able to maintain a safe and clean work area free of spills, debris and hazards
• Safely operate ladders, lifts and tools
• Must be able to prioritize work
• Must meet and exceed workorder deadlines
• Demonstrate knowledge of heating systems- HVAC
• Perform building inspections and report issues, timely
• Ability to use work order system

Resources for Which Responsible

• Responsible for tools and equipment owned by the site, keeping them maintained and in good working order.
• Responsible for keeping the common areas in and around the buildings in a clean well-maintained appearance
• Must be able to lift 80lbs