Maintenance Technician II

Operation Kindness Humane Society is seeking a Maintenance Tech II to join our team! Operation Kindness is a pioneer in Texas for assisting animals in need of veterinary care, companionship and most of all, a home.

We offer a competitive salary with an excellent benefit package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 403b plan, generous PTO, paid holidays and more!

The schedule is Tuesday-Saturday

Details about the role: 

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP: Reports to the Facilities Manager

 POSITION OVERVIEW: The  Maintenance Technician II performs a variety of routine, scheduled, and unscheduled semi-skilled maintenance for the facilities and vehicle fleet; ensures that facilities, fleet, and equipment are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition. Areas of responsibility include, but are not limited to, mechanical, carpentry, painting, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and automotive work. Operates a variety of maintenance tools and equipment; and performs related work as required.

 POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follows the Service Ticket Request system and completes all documentation for work performed, in a timely manner.
• Perform routine and semi-skilled maintenance for shelter facilities, including mechanical, plumbing, landscaping, painting, HVAC, electrical tasks, and automotive-related work.
• Ensures that the fleet, facilities, and grounds are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition.
• Troubleshoot and repair tools, systems, and equipment; escalate complex repairs to Manager.
• Complete preventive and corrective maintenance tasks as scheduled or assigned.
• Conduct regular safety and security inspections; identifies and reports hazardous conditions and facility maintenance needs to Manager.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance tasks for facilities and equipment.
• Performs unscheduled maintenance tasks.
• Follows safe working practices and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Performs landscaping and grounds maintenance.
• Monitor’s inventory and submits purchase requests for facilities related items.
• Maintains records and logs of maintenance activities in the Service Request system.
• Assists and serves as back-up to other Facilities employees.
• Provide special event support by helping with setup, takedown, or logistics.
• Performs all other duties as requested or assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
• Operate and maintain company fleet vehicles.

 General Responsibilities

• Reports suspicion of animal abuse or neglect to any Manager or above immediately.
• Reports any unsafe working conditions to any Manager or above immediately.
• Maintains client, donor, volunteer, and staff confidentiality at all times.
• Follows SOPs and other safety regulations at all times.
• Completes all necessary and requested training in a timely manner in accordance with shelter policy.
• Attends staff meetings.
• Participates in shelter events as requested by Supervisor.
• Performs other duties as requested or assigned.

 POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

 Education and Experience Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of relevant maintenance experience.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

 Previous Knowledge Requirements

• Methods and techniques used in the operation repair, and maintenance of fleet, facilities, and equipment.
• Proficient in the use of hand and power tools and other maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of safety standards and occupational hazards.
• Ability to maintain accurate maintenance logs and service records.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.
• Familiarity of modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and applications.

 Ability Requirements

• Perform semi-skilled facility, fleet, and equipment maintenance.
• Safely and effectively use, operate, and maintain equipment and tools.
• Perform heavy manual labor.
• Understand, interpret, and apply all pertinent laws, codes, regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet deadlines, and follow up on assignments.
• Demonstrate strong customer service skills and establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Maintain records and files on work performed.
• Use English effectively to communicate in person, over the telephone, and in writing.
• Supports Operation Kindness mission and understands how it is organized and functions as a non-profit organization.
• Is able to work professionally and kindly with paid staff members, clients and volunteers.

 License and Certification Requirements

• Texas Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record maintained throughout employment.

 Physical Demands

• Must possess strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate a variety of tools and equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen and to distinguish colors in wiring; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.
• Frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards.
• Finger dexterity needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard, calculator, and to operate tools and equipment.
• Incumbents in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and inspect work sites.
• Incumbents must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds or heavier weights with assistance and/or the use of proper equipment.

 Personal Requirements

• Feels and expresses a genuine liking for animals and for working in an animal care environment.
• Supports Operation Kindness’s mission and understands how it is organized and functions as a non-profit organization.
• Is able to work equally well with staff members, clients, and volunteers.
• Is able to relate well to persons with varied backgrounds and beliefs.
• Has a positive attitude; is open to new ideas.
• Physical Effort: Position requires lifting materials weighting up to 40 lbs.; Position also requires sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Working Conditions: May be exposed to unpleasant odors, noises, and animal feces, May be exposed to bites, scratches, and animal diseases.

A background check and drug screen is part of the hiring process at Operation Kindness Humane Society.

Operation Kindness is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics or status.