Facilities Technician (Full-time)

Description:Please ensure you read the below overview and requirements for this employment opportunity completely.Mary's Place provides safe and inclusive shelter and services for women, children and families on their journey out of homelessness. We operate several 24x7 family centers/shelters in King County. We serve hundreds of families - moms, dads, and children, providing a safe place for them to be inside and together at night, along with food, showers, clothing, and access to housing and employment resources. We believe that no one's child should sleep outside.Valuing diversity and championing equity are core values at Mary's Place. Mary's Place is an equal opportunity employer with a culturally diverse work environment and a commitment to social justice.Position DescriptionThe Facilities Technician works in collaboration with the Facilities Manager and the facilities team to assist women and families experiencing homelessness, ensuring our buildings are safe and well maintained by identifying hazards, troubleshooting, and performing repairs.This role involves filling in the gaps at all locations for coverage and high priority repairs. Locations are throughout King County, including Seattle, Burien, and Bellevue. This full-time, non-exempt position has an hourly wage starting at $28/Hr. DOE. The schedule is Tuesday - Saturday, with flexibility to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as necessary. The hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.The Facilities Technician (full-time) position reports to the Facilities Manager and does not supervise other staff.Key ResponsibilitiesWork in partnership with Mary's Place Facilities Manager and Site Directors to ensure optimal functioning of shelter systems including, but not limited to, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, general carpentry, custodial, locks and hardware, pest control, laundry facilities and securityPerform routine and preventative maintenance to building and systems, including plumbing, electrical, mattresses and bed frames, and all Mary's Place owned equipment (lawn care equipment, mechanical tools)Keep accurate records of all maintenance and repairsReport problems/issues to the Facilities Manager, recommends solutions and estimatesAssist volunteers providing maintenance services such as cleaning, painting, and landscapingSupervise contractors and vendors as they relate to maintenancePerform set up and take down of special eventsProvide snow removal and landscaping as neededMaintain a calm demeanor and model positive behaviorCommunicate regularly with other staff members to ensure consistencyAttend staff meetingsRequirements:Skills/QualificationsWork experience related to project management, vendor management, facilities and/or maintenanceMust have valid Washington driver's license, own reliable vehicle with current insurance and the ability to travel to all organization locations on demand. This applies to Facilities, Outreach, and any positions that must work among multiple locations using a personal or agency vehicle.Knowledge of plumbing and related repairsAble to perform basic electrical work and determine when an electrician is neededMust prioritize and manage multi-functional tasksSelf-motivated, possessing a high level of organizationExperience using standard power tools and non-powered toolsEducation/experience in social services, social work, education, or related field desiredStrong oral, written, and interpersonal communications skillsProficient with Microsoft Office and Microsoft 365 applicationsSensitivity to the needs of guests who are homeless, low-income, limited English speaking, or impacted by domestic violence, substance abuse or other barriers to employmentCommitment to diversity and an ability to work well with diverse family styles and populationsAbility and willingness to work a flexible schedule, including weekends and holidays as neededApplicants must provide proof of vaccination statusWilling to take a TB test within 30 days of hirePhysical RequirementsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear.The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, type, and reach with hands and arms; and requires the ability to occasionally push, pull, lift and/or carry supplies up to 50 pounds.Work takes place in a social services environment where long periods of siting, working on a computer, walking to various work areas, going up and down stairs, and standing are required.Travel to program sites and meetings outside the office and around the county are necessary.Efforts like attention to detail, interacting with others in-person and through email, using critical thinking skills to strategize, develop and implement business plans, create and edit documents, listen and participate verbally at meetings.In compliance with the ADA Amendment Act, should you have a disability that requires assistance and/or reasonable accommodation with the job application process, please contact the Human Resources department.Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment in order to meet the physical requirements of the position. Mary's Place will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship to Mary's Place would result.DetailsIn addition, Mary's Place offers the following benefits to full-time staff:· Medical and dental insurance with the cost for core employee coverage paid at 100% by the company and competitive family rates· Basic Life Insurance of $50,000 at no cost to employee; option to buy up for additional coverage· 403(b) plan with a 50% employer match on the first 6% employee contribution. Eligible to participate upon hire; eligible for the match after first year of employment.· Unlimited use ORCA pass for a small deduction per pay period· 10 days paid time off (PTO) each calendar year (accrued by pay period)· 10 days of sick time each calendar year (accrued by pay period)· 10 days of flexible floating holidays each calendar year (accrued 40 hours on January 1st and 40 hours on July 1st). Prorated based on date of hire for first year of employment.· Employee Assistance ProgramMary's Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workplace and strongly encourage women, people of color and other underrepresented groups, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.PIdd60bac6df34-30134-38530851

Created: 2025-11-04