JOB REQUIREMENTS: SUMMARY OF PRIMARY FUNCTION: The Maintenance Tech will function as a member of the larger Porchlight maintenance team with a primary responsibility for the maintenance, upkeep and cleaning of scattered sites including buildings and grounds. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES The job responsibilities cover grounds and facility maintenance, and janitorial work at all of Porchlight Inc\'s locations A detailed list of duties by property will be provided to the applicant upon hire. Duties will include: Unit Turnovers: This includes the wide variety of tasks associated with making a unit ready for a new tenant after the previous vacates, which may include deep cleaning, painting, patching and all other necessary repairs. Plumbing: This includes the repair and/or installation of faucets, sinks and toilets. Also to include the clearing of stopped toilets or drain lines. Carpentry: Rough and trim carpentry, door repair & replacement, installation of siding, repair & replacement of windows, cabinetry, and custom work. Flooring: Repair and maintenance of installed flooring. Electrical: Replace apartment light fixtures as needed, replace blown bulbs, test fire alarms, emergency lights (monthly), emergency exit lights (monthly), and perform other minor electrical repairs. Appliances: Basic troubleshooting, minor repair and maintenance of ranges and refrigerators. Pick up all trash in and around building and dispose of, sweep and mop all common areas and take trash to dumpster as needed Grounds: May include snow removal by hand and snow blower, salting sidewalks, some landscaping, trash cleanup, maintaining area in and around garbage corral, mowing, weed removal and tree pruning. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds or more and to perform other physical work as needed (e.g., move furniture, move appliances, lifting salt bags). On-Call: Willingness to be \'on call\' for after-hours emergency calls on a rotating/shared basis with other staff as well as respond to snow events as instructed. Record-Keeping: Record time daily as well all receipts and invoices Meetings: Attend maintenance team meetings and occasional company meetings. Other duties as assigned. Teamwork & Collaboration Work in collaboration with program and all other agency staff to facilitate a team environment. Demonstrate and model effective communication skills in building relationships with all guests and employees. Create good working relationships with other service providers. Participate in the development and implementation of Porchlight\'s strategic plan. QUALIFICATIONS Knowledge of (or ability to learn and follow) appropriate guidelines for the safe use of all equipment, chemicals, cleaning materials and tools, as appropriate. Ability to make judicious purchasing decisions. Ownership of basic carpentry and repair tools, and the willingness to use those tools in the performance of job duties. Valid Wisconsin Driver\'s License with consistent access to an insured vehicle. Ability to work with others. Sincere respect for diverse populations including homeless, disabled, and economically disadvantaged. High ethical standards. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions. Written communication to name and organize files, complete timesheets, and communicate with supervisor. Team orientation with respect for others. Verifiable and consistent work history for a minimum of 1-3 years with a recent employer PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The following physical demands are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Indoor environment: tenant units, open office, shelter dormitories, facilities, etc. Outdoor environment: parking lot, grounds, on-site trailer, etc. Exposure to weather, extreme heat/cold, loud noises fumes, etc ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT The following physical demands are representative of those required by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Indoor environment: tenant units, open office, shelter dormitories, facilities, etc. Outdoor environment: parking lot, grounds, on-site trailer, etc. Exposure to weather, extreme heat/cold, loud noises, fumes, airborne particles, toxic/caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock and vibration Sitting Standing, kneeling, walking Bending, stooping Reaching, pushing, pulling Climbing stairs Lifting, carrying up to 50 pounds Repetitive, fine hand, finger, and foot movements Typing/data entry Operating various equipment Talking, hearing, interacting with coworkers, vendors, participants Using office machines - phone, fax, computers, postage meter, etc. Close vision Distance vision, field of vision, color/depth perceptionMinimum Requirements Seeing, hearing, speaking. Ability to perform the physical demands listed above. Reading, writing. Basic English comprehension, written and oral communication. Ability to lift 50+ pounds Ability to drive to scattered sites. Work onsite and at multiple locations. The person in this position frequently communicates with clients who have inquiries about their housing. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: https://porchlightinc.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1155212 Other: Submit an employment application, cover letter, and resume to: Human Resources Porchlight, Inc. hr@porchlightinc.org P: (608) 257-2534 ext. 18 F: (608) 257-2507 306 N Brooks St Madison, WI 53715 Employment Application can be found at: http://porchlightinc.org/careers/ E-Mail a Rsum: HR@porchlightinc.org