Maintenance Technician

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Maintenance Technician

The Arizona Humane Society is looking for a dedicated and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team and champion AHS's core values of Innovation, Compassion, and Excellence. If you are a talented Maintenance Technician, please continue to read more now!

Department: Facilities and Maintenance

Location: Papago Park Campus

Status: Full-Time

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 am - 4:30 pm

Reports To: Director of Facilities and Fleet

Supervises: N/A

Paws Up For Great Benefits!

• Competitive salary
• Medical, Dental and Vision Plans
• Health Savings Account and Flex Spending Account options
• Free Employee Assistance Program
• Free Life Insurance, Short Term and Long-Term
• 401(k) with employer contribution
• Generous PTO program
• Up to 8 paid holidays per year
• Continuing education, including employer Fear Free Certification
• Discounts on veterinary services
• Discounted bus and light rail passes
• Employee Wellness Plans and Activities
• Got student loans? Employment with AHS may qualify you for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program!

A Day in the Life:

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and repair of all AHS facility's plumbing, heating, cooling, and electrical systems. The Maintenance Technician will keep the premises safe and comfortable for the animals, the public, and employees. The Maintenance Technician will also communicate with vendors, contractors, and suppliers. They will also assist with preventative facilities maintenance for all AHS properties.

Job Requirements:

• High school diploma / GED
• Must be 21 years old
• Valid driver's license
• Acceptable driving record and ability to pass driving, drug and background screening to be insured as an AHS driver
• Continually monitor entire campus for needed replacement, maintenance, preventative maintenance or repair.
• Process requests for repair, maintenance or small construction projects for all departments.
• Design and build shelving, stands, tables and other items as needed or requested by departments.
• Clean and clear drains, sinks, toilets and unplug pipes.
• Ensure plumbing fixtures are functioning properly.
• Pick up materials and supplies as needed for various construction and/or repair projects.
• Represent AHS with public, vendors and suppliers in acquisition of materials and supplies.
• Pick up donated items that can be used for building or facility improvements and provide appropriate acknowledgment to donors.
• Respond quickly in the event of an emergency, notify appropriate personnel and follow safety protocol.
• Be available for general assistance for all departments.
• The Maintenance Technician position is required to drive an AHS vehicle and is designated as safety sensitive

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, have dexterity to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Must be able to walk and be on feet the majority of the day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

There will be exposure to dust, heat, cold and temperature changes; occasional wet floors, and animal noises, odors and dander. Time is divided between typical air conditioned and heated office environments and the outdoors.

Additional Information

The Arizona Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a participant in the E-Verify program.

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