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 full-time Lead Service Technician for the Facilities Management department.

Position Description: The Lead Service Technician is responsible for maintaining the physical condition and operations of SOME facilities. The Lead Service Technician will respond to work orders and provide daily maintenance and repair to include electrical, mechanical, plumbing, or carpentry.

Required: 3-5 years of facilities management experience; Experience in multi-housing or residential facilities

Required License/Certification: Must possess and maintain a vehicle and valid driver's license, as well as a personal car and liability insurance coverage, at a minimum. This is a contingency of employment. The vehicle should be safe and reliable. (Mileage will be reimbursed)

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 9:30AM -6:00PM or 10:00AM-7:30PM (40 hours per week)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Understanding of electrical issues, preventative maintenance, fire systems, plumbing, carpentry, and general maintenance and repair
• Knowledge of landscaping and painting
• Time management skills and ability to prioritize multiple tasks
• Professional communication skills to communicate verbally
• Ability to take initiative
• Ability to use common power tools, hand tools, and maintenance equipment
• Basic computer skills to complete invoicing, respond to emails and complete work order documentation
• Customer service skills
• Organizational skills with an attention to detail
• Knowledge of safety practices related to maintenance activities and corresponding equipment and chemicals
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and understand plumbing issues, preventative maintenance, and general maintenance & repair

Environmental Working Conditions: This position works in office, residential, and outdoor environments. Required to work in hot and cold outdoor environments. May be exposed to dust, odors, and noise. The working environment may or may not include individual heating and air conditioning controls and may or may not include a window.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift up 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 own transportation methods. Utilize own tools for work projects, and transport tools to work site.

Expected Contributions: Maintenance

• Perform routine preventative maintenance and basic repairs to building systems and equipment
• Ensure that building systems are being operated safety, efficiently, and as intended.
• Completes and documents all service and maintenance request in a timely manner per policy/standard
• Ensure vacant units are prepared for move-in
• Answer mobile phone in off hours and respond to 24-hour emergency calls as part of the on-call rotation list
• Purchase and maintain inventory for cost effective operations
• Complete service requests in a timely manner
• Ensure that all safety standards are maintained
• Coordinate and monitor contractor work at assigned buildings
• Communicate work status updates to Facilities Management and Property Management
• Complete landscaping and grounds work, as needed
• Provide support and guidance with carpentry, painting, plumbing, and some electrical work while meeting DCRA and other regulatory and supervisor inspection requirements.

Reports to: Facilities Manager

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.

Position Designation: This position is designated as Safety Sensitive. You may be subject to drug testing prior to or during your employment with SOME. In this position, you may be disqualified from employment based on the presence of marijuana in test results, even if you possess a medical card authorizing the use of medical marijuana.

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 (So Others Might Eat) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, personal appearance, family responsibilities, genetic information, disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or liability for service in the Armed forces of the United States. SOME (So Others Might Eat) is also a Drug-Free Workplace.