Maintenance Technician

The ODC Network is a nonprofit organization focused on outdoor education and conservation throughout West Michigan. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for supporting the mission of the ODC Network through the execution of maintenance and improvements for buildings grounds and property management at our various facilities and properties. They will work closely with the Facilities Manager VP of Operations and other members of the Management and Operations Team on the planning and execution of projects related to facilities.

This position will work approximately 20 hours per week at Gentex Discovery Preschool and approximately 20 hours across other ODC sites and facilities.

ODC Network Diversity Policy Statement:

The ODC Network is an equal opportunity employer.
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Desired Skills:

• Experience with various construction equipment including: lawn maintenance equipment snow removal equipment and construction tools.
• General cleaning facilities and landscape maintenance experience
• Strong organizational skills ability to multitask adapt to change
• Strong ability to work both collaboratively and independently including strong interpersonal skills in a team setting
• Willingness to learn new skills
• Create spontaneous solutions to complex challenges
• Find purpose in indoor and outdoor physically demanding labor
• Problem solving and creativity

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with the management of the ODC work order system and actively utilize the ODC project management system
• Assist with and lead volunteer groups
• Assist with restocking of supplies/dispensers/toiletries at Gentex Discovery Preschool and other ODC Network Facilities.
• Assist with snow removal including snow blowing shoveling and salting public access sidewalks
• Assist with maintenance at all ODC facilities
• Support operations and facilities team and help where needed
• Maintain a current working knowledge and professional working relationships in all aspects of job requirements
• Help promote the mission and vision of ODC Network
• Assist and coordinate with other staff as required including participation in required meetings and trainings
• All other duties as assigned by the Operations Team

Education/Experience/Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Experience in buildings grounds and equipment maintenance and operation
• Three years experience preferred but not required
• Successfully pass a background check have the ability to be insured and have a valid driving license

Physical Demands:

• This position requires the ability to work outside in various weather conditions
• This position requires the ability to work outside in various weather conditions. Must be able to regularly lift up to 75 pounds and walk stand and sit for extended periods of time.

Equipment Operated:

• Landscape equipment including push mower string trimmer snow blower tractor utility vehicle and backpack blower
• Floor scrubber
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office applications Google and the operation of general office equipment. Maintenance Care application will be used and applicant will be trained by staff

These job responsibilities represent only the essential and most significant duties of the position. This job description does not exclude other work assignments directives and responsibilities not mentioned above.

Required Experience:

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