Service Technician

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.

SOME (So Others Might Eat) is seeking a Building Maintenance Service Technician for the Facilities Management program.

Compensation:
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 $25.89 to $30.43 and is commensurate with experience.

Position Description: The Building Maintenance Service Technician will be responsible for maintaining SOME, Inc. facilities' physical condition and operations. The ideal candidate will be responsible for responding to work orders and providing daily maintenance and repair services, including electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry.

Qualifications:

Required: 1-3 yrs. Facilities Management experience in multi-site housing or residential facilities. Travel to work sites using your own transportation. (Mileage will be reimbursed)

Required License/Certification: Must possess and maintain a vehicle and valid Driver's License, and personal car liability insurance coverage. (Mileage will be reimbursed)

Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday, 9:30am - 6:00pm (40 hours per week)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

• Understanding of electrical issues, preventive maintenance, fire systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repair
• Time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Knowledge of landscaping and painting
• Knowledge of safety practices related to maintenance activities and corresponding equipment and chemicals
• Basic computer skills
• Utilize your own tools for work projects, and transport tools to work sites.
• Ability to troubleshoot and understand plumbing issues, preventative maintenance, and general maintenance and repair.
• Ability to use common power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment.

Physical Demands:

Must be able to lift to 50 pounds. This position may be active and requires standing, walking, bending, lifting, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling, and climbing. Must be able to climb stairs and ladders. Work may be performed outside on facility grounds in heat or cold. Travel to work sites using your own transportation methods. Utilize your own tools for work projects and transport tools to the work site.

To Apply: Go to our career page at https://www.some.org/careers/open-opportunities and click on the search icon to locate this position. Follow the instructions to complete your online application profile to be considered. No phone calls, please. This position is open until filled.

Covid-19 Considerations: In alignment with DC Health, COVID-19 vaccinations, and boosters are mandated for personnel working in SOME’s healthcare-designated programs, which currently include Medical, Dental, Population Health, Behavioral Health Services (BHS), Exodus House, Jordan House, Kirwan House, Kuehner Place, Leland Place, and Mary Claire House. Requests for a medical or religious exemption will be considered for reasonable accommodation

SOME, Inc. is a proactive equal-opportunity employer. We ensure that all qualified applicants are considered for employment without any discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

SOME, Inc. is deeply committed to ensuring the job application process is accessible to all users. If you require assistance or have any concerns about the accessibility of our website or the application process, please feel free to contact us at onlineaccommodations@some.org. This contact information is specifically for accommodation requests and does not pertain to application status inquiries.

To read our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. To view our notices to employees and applicants for employment, click on their corresponding link: EEOC Know Your Rights Notice, Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Notice, and E-Verify Program Notice.