Maintenance Technician

About the Role
As a Maintenance Technician at Camp Buckner, you make the work possible by creating a clean, safe space for our guests and program participants. In this role, you will be responsible for performing basic and preventative maintenance with general janitorial tasks and lawn care. Through your work, our guests and program participants will experience a clean and safe space during their retreats and events, making a positive impact on our entire team.

What You'll Do
As a member of our team you will have an impact on our guest through accomplishment of the following responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance functions including: changing light bulbs; replacing broken switch plates and outlet covers; unstopping toilets, sinks and drains; replacing blinds; handing window coverings, pictures, bulletin boards, etc.; touch up painting; checking and cleaning gutters; replacing doorknobs and strike plates, hinges, cabinet knobs, etc.; watering outside shrubbery as needed; and reporting other maintenance needs.
• Perform basic repairs to buildings and miscellaneous equipment or appliances, vehicles, and lawn equipment.
• Perform routine campus cleaning functions including, but not limited to: observing grounds; picking up debris or trash; maintaining maintenance building, storage areas, paint room, and other work areas in a clean and orderly manner; hauling items to the dump as necessary; maintaining areas behind buildings in a clean and orderly manner free of debris; and cleaning porches, outside windows and shutters as needed.
• Perform and document regular campus safety drills as well as review and produce safety inspection reports.
• Manage the utilization of TELS work order system with all facilities and maintenance on campus
• Meet and work with facility contractors such as plumbers, painters, etc., that are preforming duties on the campus as well as performing basic repairs to buildings, appliances.
• Coordinate with approved contractors for routine inspections for fire alarms, fire extinguishers, indoor fire sprinklers and alarm systems in buildings.
• Perform routine campus cleaning functions including, but not limited to: observing grounds; picking up debris or trash; maintaining the maintenance building, storage areas, paint room, and other work areas in a clean and orderly manner; hauling items to the dump as necessary; maintaining areas behind buildings in a clean and orderly manner free of debris; and cleaning porches, outside windows, and shutters as needed
• Maintain stock of employee breakroom products and supplies.
• Clean and service common areas, restrooms, and offices.
• Order maintenance, janitorial and cleaning supplies as needed for the campus through approved contractors.
• Meet with Director as needed to discuss and resolve facility issues and make recommendations concerning maintenance issues or needs.
• Perform routine monthly safety campus inspections and walkthroughs of all buildings and identify and report potential safety hazards.
• Perform deep cleaning of all washers/dryers on campus semi-annually.
• Clean and maintain outside HVAC unit condensers for all buildings in May and July each year.
• Ensure all routine maintenance needs of campus vehicles are completed monthly including oil changes, annual inspections, weekly checks and refueling.
• Drive Buckner vehicles to pick up items or perform Camp errands as requested.
• Assist as needed with set ups for groups and events that occur on campus as needed.
• Keep utility storage rooms in good order by cleaning lockers and equipment, arranging supplies, and sweeping, vacuuming and mopping floor.
• Assist with staff as needed to aid and/or support facility operations.
• Report issues of department equipment when it is not in good working condition in accordance with manufacturer's operational standards. Detect and correct, or report, hazardous conditions that have a possibility of causing accidents or injuries to clients, employees, or visitors.
• Work successfully as part of a team and responsible for developing then maintaining strong working relationships with co-workers

What You'll Bring to the Team
To be successful in this role and a great addition to our team we need you to come with the following:

• High School Diploma (or G.E.D.)
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English
• Minimum of 2 years prior related maintenance and janitorial experience;
• Good understanding of all phases of housekeeping operations including a basic knowledge of house cleaning devices, such as brooms, mops, cleaning agents and sanitation/cleaning requirements;
• Working knowledge of basic maintenance for facility upkeep;
• Ability to move cleaning and maintenance equipment throughout the facility on a daily basis;
• Ability to work outside in various weather conditions;
• Ability to recognize differences in sound generated by equipment or machinery which may indicate operating problems or safety concerns;
• Ability to adjust and operate electric-powered cleaning equipment; ability to work with hand tools;
• Ability to perform tasks with due consideration for clients and others in the area and ability to cooperate and work with other employees with a positive attitude and demeanor;
• Age 21 with a valid driver's license and a clean driving record so you can be insured on the Buckner insurance and so as to drive Buckner vehicles as needed;
• A professional commitment to Christian principles so as to perform tasks and responsibilities in alignment with Buckner's mission, vision, and values;
• Self-motivation to guide daily work with only moderate supervision;
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to use tact and courtesy in interactions with coworkers, youth and their families;

Preferred Qualifications
In addition to the amazing qualifications and experiences listed above, if we had our say, we would also look for:

• Previous experience providing facility management and maintenance services in a Camp or similar environment with multiple buildings.

Job Perks
At Buckner one of the ways we show value to our team members is by offering the following perks:

• Medical and Dental benefits for employees and their eligible dependents;
• Life insurance;
• Short Term and Long Term Disability benefits;
• Paid Time Off and Holidays;
• Paid Parental Leave;
• Retirement Savings Plan; and
• The 5Star Fun Benefit: encourages employees to spread good cheer to their co-workers and others, creating a happy, healthy environment for all!

The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.