“Serving Humanity to Honor God”

The mission of Methodist Healthcare Ministries is to serve by improving the physical, mental and spiritual health of those least served in the Southwest Texas Conference area of The United Methodist Church

Job Summary: The primary responsibilities of this position is to supervise and coordinate the day-to-day maintenance and repair of buildings, grounds, and associated equipment. Oversee staff that installs, inspects, repairs and maintains building systems. Adapts to performing a variety of routine building maintenance tasks and building compliance inspections, often changing from one task to another of a different nature without loss of efficienty or composure. Adapts to making generalizations, evaluations and quick decisions. Performs building maintenance tasks, troubleshoot and repair in one or more fields (i.e., carpentry, electrical, heating, HVAC system or plumbing, etc.).

Essential Duties:

• Inspects buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repair making notes and recommendations using a pre‐established check list.
• Works closely with the Admin Services & Facilities Supervisor to ensure staffing obligations.
• Performs minor electrical and maintenance repairs to include but not limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, lavatories, basins etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools. Report findings to Facility Manager.
• Utilizes necessary professional engineering firms to ensure facility renovations and improvements comply with all applicable codes and regulations.
• Monitor contractor workmanship progress and compliance with insurance and safety requirements.
• Review work orders, complete maintenance requests, and process purchase orders.
• Reviews building manuals, safety and health regulations (local & State), organizational and department policies and procedures for compliance.
• Evaluate utility expenditures and strive to cut costs.
• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains,replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.).
• Performs minor painting, carpentry and masonry work (e.g. preparing surfaces and using brush, sprayer, or roller to apply paints, stains, and varnishes, hanging doors, fitting locks and handles, etc.).
• Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts modular offices and space (e.g. furniture, wall panels, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, file cabinets, etc.) to accommodate user needs and maximize office space using various hand, power and specialty tools, dollies and/or hand trucks.
• Prepares the surfaces and paints various structures and equipment (e.g. walls, refrigerators, evaporative coolers, floors, roofs, doors, restroom facilities, etc.) to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion and maintain a safe, comfortable working environment using various painting equipment and related tools (e.g. sprayers, rollers, brushes, thinners, etc.).
• Perform all assigned cleaning tasks and repairs assigned via the support center work order ticket system. Work orders will also include tasks related to function set-ups and take downs, as well as supplying paper for copiers.
• Ensure all building inspections for fire extinguishers, elevators, back flow irrigation, fire alarm testings, sprinklers, etc. are conducted on a timely manner and completed. Must keep Facility Manager up to date of any discrepancies.
• Public areas are to be continuously monitored and picked up throughout the day for removal of all litter, damp mopping spillages, emptying of trash receptacles and removal of spots and/or scuff marks from all and/or walls/column surfaces.
• Building entrances are to be monitored for removal all litter, debris and trash during the course of the work day. Entrances should appear neat and orderly at all times.
• Place and remove carpet runners in lobby areas as required by weather conditions. Zone uncarpeted areas, and place safety cones when necessary.
• Work together with the site cleaning crew to identify and resolve any customer issues. This includes working closely with the evening cleaning crew and relay any messages regarding customer/tenant issues.
• If needed, may step in to perform custodial duties.
• Check elevator cabs, vacuum, clean cab and doors, and ensure scheduled inspections are completed.
• Clean rooms, hallways, lobbies, breakrooms, refrigerators, microwaves, rest rooms, corridors, elevators, stairways, parking lots, and other work areas.
• Deals with vendors, order parts and maintain required documents. Report outcomes to Facilities Manager.
• Must handle various cleaning solvents and chemicals.
• Must follow all local, state and federal guidelines/regulations, OSHA requirements and MHM’s Safety policy and procedures. Maintain a safe and effective working environment, and oversees the upkeep of equipment and supplies to meet health and safety standards.
• Trains department team members on policies and procedures.
• Works closely with the Front Desk Coordinator to ensure maintenance request orders are completed.
• Performs other work related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have:

• Strong communication skills

• Strong process and organizational skills
• Strong problem solving skills with ability to pay close attention to detail
• Experience with dealing with vendors
• Solid time management
• High level of integrity
• The ability to work under pressure
• Experience with evaluating buildings’ facilities and plan for repairs and renovation when necessary.

Professional Requirements:

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean
• Complete annual education requirements and/or certifications
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities
• Report to work on time and as scheduled
• Wear identification while on duty
• Attend team meetings, department meetings and safety meetings as appropriate
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times
• Must feel comfortable communicating with all team members, tenants and clients in order to receive work orders.

Education/Experience:

Must have a high school diploma/GED, an associate’s degree preferred but not required, completion of a craft apprenticeship, or an equivalent number of years of education and experience. Minimum of 5 years experience in custodial and facility maintenance repairs. Basic understanding of electrical, plumbing, HVAC and carpentry is a plus. Must have knowledge in dealing with a generator power system. Must have experience in dealing with vendors, purchasing of supplies, inventory management and facilities management. Must be able to manage time effectively and must be highly motived and able to work independently.

Language Ability:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret data, reports and publications, professional journals, blueprints and governmental regulations. Ability to speak effectively and respond to questions from diverse audiences.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to maintain neat and orderly records and logs. Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail and maintain a positive attitude. Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work. Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner. Responsible for follow-up and follow-thru on actions based on various tasks and/or projects. Ability to use common tools. Ability to understand and follow directions as given. Use miscellaneous office equipment (i.e., calculators, typewriters, computers, copiers, etc.).

Certificates and Licenses: Certification and/or license in a professional trade preferred but not required. Completion of a craft apprenticeship a plus.

Computer Skills: Demonstrates working knowledge of the Internet, Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and HVAC computer system.

Other: Ability to drive and have access to a car, maintain a valid driver’s license and auto liability insurance. When necessary, may be required to travel to MHM off-site locations and/or rural sites.

Work Environment and Physical Demands:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the team member is exposed to an office environment and community settings having direct contact people on a regular basis. Position may necessitate bending, stooping, twisting, and turning, walking, sitting and standing for periods of time. Must be able to lift, carry and/or maneuver equipment weighing up to 75 pounds. May review interior and exterior work locations that involve hazardous environments requiring protective equipment that conforms to OSHA regulations.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Methodist Healthcare Ministries complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of MHM's employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Methodist Healthcare Ministries and subcontractor(s) shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.