Job Objective: To assist in maintaining property and grounds in accordance with established policies/procedures, federal, state, city and county statutory guidelines, HUD requirements and grant regulations.

Essential Functions:

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT:
* Ensure that all common areas and exits are clear from obstruction.
* Ensure that facilities and equipment are in compliance and inspection ready at all times.
* Respond to emergency calls after hours and occasionally work irregular hours.

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULES & INSPECTIONS
* Manage routine and preventative maintenance schedules, reviewing and revising the maintenance schedule as needed.
* Clean all air filters prior to cooling and heating seasons. Replace damaged or soiled filters.
* Conduct and document monthly inspection of all emergency systems and equipment.
* Conduct and document regularly scheduled inspections of facilities, grounds, and equipment (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly, bi-annually, and annually) according to regulations, contractual requirements, and accreditation/licensing standards.
* Perform maintenance items identified in the inspections.
* Paint the walls and clean the carpets of occupied units per schedule.
* Perform other maintenance related tasks as necessary.

PROPERTY UPKEEP, WORK ORDERS & REPAIRS:
* Complete maintenance requests reported from tenants.
* Prioritize and monitor work orders and completion of repairs, scheduled preventative maintenance, cleaning of interior/exterior facilities, grounds-keeping, equipment maintenance, and furnishings.
* Document receipt, completion, time and cost associated with completion of work orders.
* Provide supervisor with periodic reports regarding priority or deferred work orders.
* Ensure janitorial and housekeeping duties are completed in assigned areas to maintain the overall cleanliness and appearance of the facility, including the office, community and laundry areas.
* Ensure interior and exterior lighting is appropriate and maintained.

APARTMENT TURNOVERS:
* Clean appliances and cabinets inside and out.
* Wash windows, clean window blinds.
* Clean and disinfect bathroom.
* Shampoo carpets, wash linoleum/tile floors.
* Paint walls if necessary.

GROUNDS:
* Monitor daily grounds and trash pick up.
* Ensure that regular contracted trash pick up occurs as scheduled.
* Mow and trim the lawns as needed.
* Spray and cut as necessary along the outside of the fence lines on the property.
* Ensure that sidewalks are clear of snow and ice and monitor slipping hazards.
* Ensure the timely and effective performance of any outside contractor used for removal of snow from the streets.

MECHANICAL/ELECTRICAL/PLUMBING:
* Ensure plumbing, electrical, HVAC, mechanical systems, and equipment are in good repair and regular service is provided according to maintenance schedules, codes, manufacturer warranties, and service agreements.

RISK MANAGEMENT:
* Assist in reporting of property losses and supervise building repairs on insured property claims.
* Participate in Safe from Harm compliance monitoring regarding facilities management.
* Maintain training in emergency procedures and safe work practices to prevent injury. Immediately report all injuries per policy and procedure.

MISC.:
* Attend meetings or trainings as requested or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the minimal education, experience, certifications, skills, and/or abilities required for this position.

Education: High School or equivalent.

Experience: Preferable five (5) years' experience in construction and/or property maintenance experience. Working knowledge of local regulations as well as knowledge of building maintenance and repair in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical.

Certifications/Licenses: None

Skills/Abilities:
* Ability to demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in building related skills and trades.
* Ability to read and understand schedules, work orders and product safety information.
* Ability to organize, prioritize and meet work schedules on timely basis with minimum of direct supervision.
* Ability to work irregular and extended hours when required. Willingness to accept on call assignments during building emergencies.
* Position requires a confident, self-motivated, multi-tasked individual with integrity in the use of resources.
* Act in a manner consistent with the Mission of The Salvation Army.
* Must pass all applicable background checks.

Supervisory Responsibility: None

Physical Requirements: Employee must have the ability to sustain physical activity both inside and outside and work in extreme temperatures on occasion. Work requires ability to stand, walk, climb, kneel and lift objects from 75 to 100 pounds. Must have the ability to operate basic building maintenance equipment and operate telephone and electronic communication devices.

Travel: Day travel can occur daily.

Driving: Position requires the ability to drive. Employee must possess a valid driver's license from the state in which you reside. Must be approved through The Salvation Army Fleet Safety Program to drive either a Salvation Army or personal vehicle on Salvation Army business.

Working Conditions: Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. May require irregular and/or extended hours periodically during weather conditions.

All employees recognize that The Salvation Army is a church and agree that they will do nothing as an employee of The Salvation Army to undermine its religious mission.

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.