Facilities Technician - Banyan Community

THE ORGANIZATION

Banyan is an inclusive, values-based community development organization rooted in the Phillips neighborhood to transform lives by developing youth, strengthening families and creating community. We believe in an asset-based approach, a holistic model, and trust-based relationships in responding to the complex problem of poverty. Removing barriers to access support and creating opportunities for educational success is at the heart of what we do. We invite individuals who share our values and find resonance with our work to contribute and belong to our transformative mission to create deep and lasting change.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

The Facilities Technician plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of Banyan Community including but not limited to general cleaning and maintenance of the building and grounds to promote safety, security, longevity, efficacy, and cleanliness. The Facilities Technician also assists in the coordination of room reservations and event planning. This position reports directly to the Director of Operations.

Facility Maintenance

• Responsible for all general daily custodial cleaning and maintenance

• Works with Director of Operations to implement long-term and short-term maintenance and repair projects for ongoing preservation, repair and/or restoration of building structures and systems. 

• Regularly monitors condition of interior and exterior building, landscape, and grounds to identify areas requiring preventive and immediate repair, as well as ensure safety of staff and visitors.

• Responsible for cleanup of onsite meeting spaces, events, and gatherings.

• Coordinates onsite preventative maintenance and or repairs with vendors and/or contractors. 

• Assists in maintaining the security of the building.

• Works in coordination with Reception team on scheduling and set up of rooms.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Oversee upkeep and maintenance of community garden.

• Assists in maintaining building security by monitoring grounds regularly.

• Works with reception team to maintain building supply inventories.

• Maintains vehicle fleet and all motorized equipment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required

• Additional licensure or trade certificate preferred

• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record

• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals

• Ability to use hand and power tools, snow plows, and lawn maintenance equipment

• 3-5 years maintenance and custodial experience, construction trades preferred

• Excellent communication and customer service skills (interpersonal, verbal and written)

• Ability to use a computer (Outlook, Gmail, Google Calendar, Excel)

• Lifting and loading ability, weight to vary, 50 to 100 pounds

• Bi-lingual English-Spanish preferred

Compensation: This is an exempt, full-time (40 hr. per week). Requires day and occasional evening and/or weekend hours. Salary range $45,000 – $50,000 DOQ. Benefits include Healthcare premium (100%), short-term & long-term disability, life insurance, SIMPLE IRA 3% match, cell phone reimbursement, employee development, paid holidays, vacation, and personal time. Optional benefits include vision and dental. Banyan Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer.