Part-Time Facility Maintenance Technician

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Works closely with the Facilities Director and Facilities personnel in maintaining and servicing all building systems at New World Center and/or Alton Pointe (NWS-owned residential complex) as assigned Performs daily building inspections Performs a variety of general and semi-skilled tasks and assignments within the building, offices and around the grounds of the organization Completes maintenance requests as assigned and in accordance with priorities set by the Facilities Director Receives daily list of work orders to be accomplished Reports any difficulties or circumstances preventing completion of assignments Moves and stores furniture and equipment Assists in loading and unloading shipments Makes pick-up and delivery trips associated with maintenance tasks Performs routine and unpredicted building maintenance Performs HVAC maintenance and repair Performs electrical light bulb and fixture maintenance and replacement Paints and performs drywall repairs Performs basic carpentry Performs plumbing and appliance repairs Maintains public areas including maintenance to restrooms Keeps building grounds tidy by regularly mowing, raking, trimming, watering, performing weeds maintenance and sweeping Performs trash removal Maintains clean and safe environment for the entire property Maintains club room and gymnasium Performs other job-related duties as assigned EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of 1 year of related experience; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered HVAC journeyman’s license and a refrigerant handler’s type universal certificate highly desirable KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES Knowledge of basic landscaping principles, plant care, and grounds maintenance techniques Ability to operate groundskeeping equipment safely and efficiently Ability to take initiative and be a self-starter Excellent customer service skills Ability to respond and remedy maintenance issues in a timely manner Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal Troubleshooting minor issues and reporting more significant problems to the manager Knowledge of Building Management Systems is highly desirable Passion for the mission of the New World Symphony and commitment to its values of community, respect, excellence, accountability, and trust PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Ability to work a flexible schedule Ability to provide on-call coverage for emergencies after hours, weekends and holidays Groundskeeping can be physically demanding, regularly requiring the application of various types of physical exertion, including prolonged reaching, bending, kneeling, and lifting and must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds EEO STATEMENT : The New World Symphony is an equal opportunity employer. The New World Symphony prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, genetics, disability status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.