Maintenance Tech 1

Position: Maintenance Tech 1

Hours/Week: 40

Compensation: $15.00/hr

A valid Utah driver’s license, access to an automobile, and valid auto insurance required.

To apply, please submit a resume OR fill out the attached application questionnaire. You may also submit a resume and fill out the attached questionnaire.

Organization Overview

Since 1906 YWCA Utah has been a voice for women, a force for change, and a place for hope. Our enduring belief is that better lives for women – all women – will lead to stronger families and communities. YWCA is Utah’s most comprehensive provider of family violence services; our programs include walk-in services and a crisis line, emergency shelter, transitional housing, children’s programs, and a vast array of supportive services. In addition to our work in the area of family violence, the YWCA also reaches out broadly into the community with offerings for every woman, including a nationally accredited child care and early education center, leadership opportunities for women at all life stages, and opportunities to participate more fully in civic life.

Mission: YWCA Utah is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women,

and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

YWCA Utah is an equal employment opportunity employer and values a diverse workplace.

Responsibilities:

• Create a safe and secure environment for program participants, staff and guests of the YWCA. Actively review work areas for security issues and notify appropriate staff of any issue that may be a safety concern.
• Complete scheduled inspections of offices, rooms, and facilities equipment
• Complete preventive maintenance measures.

• Maintain inventory of repair equipment and supplies.

Competencies & Essential Skills:

• Time Management: Ability to multitask and work efficiently within close time constraints. Ability to work under pressure and in a stressful environment.

• Organization: Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize efficiently and meet deadlines.
• Judgment and Decision Making: Ability to exercise initiative, sound judgment and problem solving techniques in the decision-making process.
• Commitment to mission: Demonstrates openness and commitment to YWCA Utah’s mission and philosophy of anti-racist work.
• Compliance: Adhere to YWCA Utah’s policies and is committed to act legally and ethically within the scope of the work.

Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of maintenance experience is preferred.
  

• Understanding and commitment to issues of cultural diversity and anti-racism.
• Ability to work scheduled hours on a regular basis, some weekends and evenings required, including on-call hours as needed.
• Able to demonstrate skills in effective communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving.

Physical/Sensory Demands

Work is generally performed in a safe and confidential environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: stand and walk for long periods of time; perform repetitive wrist, hand and/or finger movement, lift 50 pounds; reach and bend; go up and down ladders.

Equal Opportunity Employer

YWCA Utah is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process due to disability, it is available upon request. No applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 per hour

To apply, please submit a resume OR fill out the attached application questionnaire. You may also submit a resume and fill out the attached questionnaire.