Facilities & Grounds Technician

Keep Things Running. Make a Difference Everyday. 

Are you a hands-on problem-solver who likes variety, staying active, and seeing the results of your work? The Facilities & Grounds Technician role at Oakland Family Services (OFS) is an opportunity to use your maintenance and building skills to help keep our facilities safe, clean, functional, and welcoming for the children, families, clients, and staff we serve.

Schedule

Part-time (20 hours per week). Monday through Friday from 4:00pm-8:00pm.

About the Opportunity

The Facilities and Grounds Technician will assist with general facility maintenance and repairs, ensure that the heating and cooling systems are set to the correct temperature, that all lights are off, respond to after hour alarm calls, assist with deliveries, assist with various construction projects, use basic hand tools, operate snow removal equipment, occasionally operate Agency vehicles and provide backup to other team members as needed. This position reports to the Director of Facilities. The schedule will be dictated by the needs of the Agency and departments and as such may be subject to change based on priorities and weather conditions.

What you’ll do:

• Maintain standards of quality as outlined Oakland Family services policies and procedures.
• Monitor the daily facility ticket system and address requests timely and document appropriately.
• Able to complete minor repair work, which may include replacing light bulbs, repairing furniture, basic plumbing tasks, fixing faucets, etc.
• Oversee and perform building cleaning duties, including sweeping, mopping, dusting, vacuuming, maintaining sanitary conditions throughout the building.
• Weekly assess product supply inventory utilizing the most effective and cost savings products.
• Uses the daily bathroom cleaning checklist and all other areas as designated.
• Maintains and oversees all facility bathrooms for cleanliness and refills products as needed.
• At least weekly, thoroughly inspects and responds to areas in the building that need additional cleaning i.e., light fixtures, corners of walls/ceilings, staff lounge lobby, refrigerators, storage areas, etc.
• Inspects grounds daily both inside and outside the facility; assessing areas that require attention i.e., weeds, landscaping, trip hazards, picking up trash, etc. Communicates with Supervisor areas of concern.
• Communicates with supervisor frequently on any building/property concerns related to safety and risk in attempts to mitigate issues before any occurrences.
• The Facilities and Grounds Technician is responsible for maintaining a sanitary environment in the restrooms and offices. The Facilities and Grounds Technician will comply with health and safety guidelines as defined by the Department of Community Health, Day Care Licensing, National Accreditation bodies and Oakland Family Services.
• In the Pontiac facility, the Facilities and Grounds Technician will assist and/or escort staff members and clients to their vehicles in the evening hours as requested, visual surveillance of premises and unusual behavior.
• Completes necessary paperwork in a timely/accurate manner, produces legible work and reporting.
• Attends regular supervision meetings with the program supervisor to review work progress and discussion on improving practice and/or areas of concern throughout the building.
• During shift and as assigned will be responsible for closing building; turning off lights, arm security system, lock doors and gate each evening.
• Will respond to alarm system if alerted to a disturbance on the grounds or building after closing.
• Take measures to correct building problems that occur while on duty and notify appropriate people when actions must be taken regarding repair or maintenance.
• Assist clients and staff during medical, fire or other emergencies. Communicates details of problem/incident to administration as soon as possible.
• Proactively clean areas in the building that require attention, utilizing the sign off log daily in each assigned area.
• Assists Depts with various events, set up, take down and clean up.
• Helps deliver inventory and orders to specific departments as communicated with front desk clerical.
• Attends all agency General Staff meetings and assigned trainings.
• Has regular supervision with Supervisor and participates in annual evaluation process.
• Provide excellent customer service to both internal and external customers.
• Responsible for incorporating principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in work processes and in job functions. Responsible for promoting a feeling of welcoming, belonging, and acceptance to all clients and staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

What you’ll get:

• Variety in your duties: Work on everything from repairs and maintenance to grounds, events, deliveries, and special projects.
• Work you can see: Take pride in knowing your work directly contributes to safe, clean, and welcoming spaces for the people OFS serves.
• A hands-on team: Work alongside Facilities and agency staff who rely on your skills, problem-solving, and initiative.

Does This Describe YOU?

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1-2 years' experience with commercial cleaning preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize based on organizational need.
• Basic construction experience required; vocational training is preferred.
• This position requires driving; must have a driving record that is in accordance with Agency policy.
• Ability to meet the following physical requirements:
• Standing, walking lifting, twisting, pushing, and bending on a frequent basis.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds and carry it up to 90 feet (or deposit into dumpster, trash compactor or shred mechanism.
• Able to work in seasonal temperature variations and under conditions with some exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
• Selected candidates for this position must possess a sensitivity to the diversity of the Agency’s service population including (but not limited to) differences of culture, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation and socioeconomic characteristics.
• Special abilities and skills necessary to perform the required tasks and that best meet the needs of the agency also will be considered. There may be some standards above that may be waived when compensating specifications or circumstances exist.
• Although employees have use of the Agency vehicle fleet to conduct business and are covered under our insurance, employees must provide documentation of personal vehicle liability insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per person/$300,000 per incident. Employees also must provide documentation of a valid driver’s license on an annual basis as well as proof of registration. In some instances, depending on the nature and frequency of driving, a chauffeur’s license must be obtained. (may obtain within sixty days of hire).

Ready to put your skills to work? Join Oakland Family Services today and help keep the places where brighter futures are built running smoothly.