Service Technician - Special Projects

Organization Overview

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs and services that save lives, improve lives, and help to transform the lives of individuals and families, their communities, and the systems and structures that affect them. We meet immediate needs with food, clothing, and healthcare, and offer the tools one needs to live with hope, dignity, and greater independence.

We offer our employees a competitive compensation and benefits package that reflects our organizational culture, mission, and core values. The hourly range for this position is $28.50 to $30.14 and may be commensurate with experience.

Service Technician - Special Projects

The Service Technician - Special Projects will perform the duties necessary to keep the physical structure and associated equipment of the locations in good repair. This includes but is not limited to project, preventative, emergency, corrective, and routine repairs in electrical, mechanical, fire/life safety, plumbing, and HVAC equipment. Responsibilities also include painting/carpenter duties as directed to maintain the interior and exterior physical structure of the building.

Monday - Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm. (Full‑time, 40 hours per week)

HS Degree/GED; 3‑5 years. Facilities Management experience in multi‑site housing or residential facilities.

HS Degree/GED; 3‑5 years. Facilities Management and 1‑3 years renovation project experience in multi‑site housing or residential facilities.

Must possess and maintain a valid vehicle and driver’s license with an insurable driving record history. Vehicle should be safe and reliable; mileage will be reimbursed.

• Ability to work independently without direct supervision at times.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Advanced craftsman skills in painting and carpentry repairs.
• Strong knowledge and experience in electrical systems, plumbing, mechanical equipment, and maintenance of these systems.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to utilize a computer or SOME‑provided cellular phone to retrieve calls, voicemails, texts, and work orders.

• Ensure building systems are operated safely and efficiently and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Timely completion of turnovers and renovations associated with residential housing while meeting housing inspection requirements and supervisor quality inspections.
• Purchase material, maintain inventory, and record keeping (including receipts) needed for repairs, maintenance, and special projects.
• Provide special project support in carpentry, painting, interior/exterior handy‑work, mechanical, plumbing, and some electrical work while meeting DCRA and other regulatory and supervisor inspection requirements.
• Work with the Facilities Compliance Project Manager to identify and communicate potential site conditions related to projects that could disrupt housing and other program business continuity.
• Apply safe‑working practices for personal protection and safety of those in SOME buildings.
• May be asked to support maintenance and repair services with other team members when not dedicated to a special project.
• Complete work order information in the work order system (eMaintenance) within the project schedule and completed/closed within 2 workdays of job completion.
• On‑call rotation with the Facilities Technician team and able to respond after‑hours if needed.

The employee works indoors and outdoors, accessing and performing maintenance and repair functions involving buildings, facilities, and equipment. Drives to and from different locations; exposed to outside weather, traffic, hot and cold surfaces, dust, oils, fumes, mechanical and electrical hazards. Works with various cleaning agents. Noise level is loud when operating power tools and equipment.

Facilities Compliance Project Manager

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