Shift: 7:00am - 3:30pm (M-F)

Job Summary:

Performs setup, troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance on custodial equipment. Travels to various sites in multiple states.    Displays strong interpersonal skills and compassion and respect for persons with disabilities.

Essential Functions:

Inventories and logs all equipment by site and tracks maintenance and repair history Maintains logs and files of all warranty information and equipment manuals Maintains supply of parts and orders replacement parts per budgetary requirements Analyzes status of equipment and makes suggestions for repair or replacement Keeps abreast of current equipment options and suggests improvements Reads and interprets equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service Implements controls to ensure equipment consistently functions per specifications Sets up a preventative maintenance plan, schedules site visits, and performs inspections Troubleshoots and performs regular repairs, warranty repairs (if trained), and out of warranty repairs Provides emergency/unscheduled repairs when needed Provides care for electrical, mechanical, and hand equipment like carts and wheeled bins Trains site staff on proper use of equipment including inspections and clean-up Creates work instructions for proper use and maintenance of equipment Works with vendors and site management to provide training on equipment Works with vendors to earn certification in maintenance of all equipment Practices safety first and reports all safety issues immediately Maintains a clean, safe work area Uses proper Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for safety Passes and complies with CPR/First Aid training and OSHA training Complies with all Agency policies and procedures and follows contract specifications Establishes and maintains positive relationships with customers and staff Complies with and ensures staff compliance with all building and security requirements

Secondary Functions:

Assumes other duties, responsibilities, and special projects as needed

                  *Duties, responsibilities, and tasks may change at any time with or without notice

Physical Abilities Needed to Meet Work Demands:

Ability to stand or walk for long periods of time Ability to go up and down stairs Ability to reach above the head, bend, kneel, stoop, and crawl Ability to lift, carry, and push up to 50 lbs. as needed Ability to work in dusty spaces or adverse weather conditions Ability to tolerate noise, fumes, and mechanical vibrations Ability to work safely with moving mechanical parts Ability to see details on the floor, above the head, or on surfaces Ability to use close, distance, and color vision Ability to utilize peripheral vision and depth perception

Job Competencies Needed for Success on the Job:                      

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with others Ability to maintain confidentiality and use discretion Ability to communicate effectively with employees and government staff Ability to supervise and develop others Ability to make decisions and solve problems Ability to plan, implement, organize, and prioritize Ability to be flexible and dedicated to quality and customer service Ability to manage multiple tasks effectively Ability to react immediately to emergency situations Ability to analyze data and recommend corrective action Ability to read, write, and speak (communicate and relate information) English Ability to use technology for completion of specified job duties Ability to manipulate numbers Ability to maintain and submit reports, logs, and other paperwork in a timely manner Ability to understand and apply technical written material Ability to understand and comply with safety procedures and environmental requirements Ability to operate machinery without posing a safety hazard to self or others Ability to use and care for equipment and cleaning supplies properly Ability to complete tasks in a timely manner with numerous interruptions Ability to attend work regularly and remain on site for scheduled shift Ability to work a flexible schedule as required Ability to attend and participate in training and work related meetings Ability to demonstrate integrity and ethical standards in job performance Ability to deal with others in a positive, enthusiastic, respectful, and courteous manner Ability to provide guidance, direction, and technical support Ability to comply with all building, security, and company policies and procedures

Other requirements: 

Valid driver’s license from state of residence and ability to drive License must have been valid for at least 3 years If driving a 15 passenger van, must be at least 25 years old Acceptable driving record as determined by Agency’s insurance carrier and by Chimes DC policies and procedures

Essential Personnel:

This position is designated as essential.  This means that when the facility is faced

with an institutional emergency, employees in this position may be required to remain at  their

work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at the facility.

Education:

High School diploma or equivalent Technical training required AA degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial maintenance preferred Certifications in equipment repair and maintenance preferred Valid CPR/FA certification preferred Knowledge about regulations for SDS, Fire and Safety, Hazard Communications, and Bloodborne Pathogens       

Experience:

Four plus (4+) years’ experience in repair and maintenance of custodial equipment including KiVacs, floor scrubbers, buffers, riding buffers, snow blowers, vacuums Demonstrated ability to organize and administer an on-going project Demonstrated ability and knowledge of building service management as well as relevant equipment and chemicals and their applications Demonstrated ability to use computer software

Notes:                        

At the discretion of the Personnel Officer, additional related experience and/or education may be substituted in lieu of the requirements specified above under Education and Experience