MAINTENANCE

Position Summary: The Maintenance position is responsible for providing maintenance services as needed and/or assigned; assisting in a wide variety of maintenance activities; addressing immediate operational and/or safety concerns; assisting skilled trades; and ensuring that tools, materials and vehicles are maintained in good working order and are available at job sites when needed.

Physical Demands: The Maintenance position requires the ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, fine motor manipulations, talk, hear and complete repetitive motions. The Maintenance position can entail standing for significant periods of time. The Maintenance position requires the ability to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The position involves working in indoor and outdoor environments. The Maintenance position involves outdoor work in various weather conditions, use of ladders, use of tools, including power tools, and frequent driving.

Schedule: The Maintenance position works primarily on first shift (7:30AM-4:00PM). This is a full-time position that requires a staff member to work a minimum of 80 hours per pay two-week period. Including an ON-CALL rotation.

Essential Requirements:

• Possess a high school diploma/transcript or equivalent.



• Possess skill-based competencies including: operating equipment used in skilled trades, power and hand tools, etc.; carpentry skills; painting skills; basic electrical skills; basic plumbing skills; skills necessary to install and remove major appliances; skills necessary to diagnose cause of problems with major appliances; adhering to safety practices; handling hazardous materials; basic math skills related to carpentry and measurements; and planning and managing projects.



• Must be at least 21 years old.



• Must possess the necessary sensory abilities in order that all of the job responsibilities described in this success profile are adequately fulfilled.



• Must be able to walk up and down stairs and ladders.



• Demonstrate excellent communication and writing skills.



• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must be eligible to become an authorized driver with Goldie Floberg.



• Must successfully pass all required background checks.



• Must possess/demonstrate excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks at once independently.



• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.



• Must exhibit regular and predictable attendance.



• Must be able to meet the physical demands described in the Physical Demands section of this profile.

Essential Job Functions:

Addresses maintenance concerns reported via service requests in a competent and prompt manner.

• Inspects buildings and other structures to determine functional systems and detect malfunctions and needed repair making notes and recommendations using pre-established forms.

• Performs minor carpentry maintenance to include but not limited to making adaptations related to the needs of non-ambulatory and semi-ambulatory individuals and basic home repairs.

• Performs minor electrical maintenance to include but not be limited to replacement or repair of fixtures (e.g. wall switches and outlets, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, ballast, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, cords, etc.) using appropriate hand, power and specialty tools.

• Performs minor plumbing maintenance (e.g. replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, replacing drain hoses on washers and similar devices, etc.) to provide operable and efficient plumbing capabilities to all sites.

• Assists in performing scheduled and "as needed" inspection and preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to maintain operability of the tools and equipment.

• Prepares the surfaces and paints various structures and equipment to preserve wood and metal parts from corrosion, repair damaged walls and maintain a safe, comfortable working environment using various painting equipment and related tools (e.g. sprayers, rollers, brushes, thinners, etc.).

• Installs, removes and conducts maintenance and repairs of household appliances.

• Maintains Center vehicles in safe operating conditions via regular inspection and maintenance as well as securing approval for repairs as needed.

• Maintains Center tools and equipment in safe operating order.

• Responds to emergency situations during and after hours for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns. Each Maintenance Team Member will participate in an on-call rotation to ensure appropriate after-hours coverage.

• All other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Maintenance Position Procedures

This portion of the success profile describes specific duties that must be completed on a regular basis and in a specific manner and/or within specific time frames.

• Complete inspections that include:

• Take and record water temperatures for each site once a month. Address deviations from required temperatures immediately.

• Check fire extinguishers monthly. Havethem recharged or replaced as needed.

• Check emergency and exit lights at Center headquarters monthly. Address problems as noted.

• Check flashlights and lanterns and replace batteries as needed.

• Check smoke detectors at headquarters and all other sites at the established frequency and address problems immediately.

• Complete vehicle inspections monthly for all vehicles. Address concerns as discovered.

• Clean air conditioning units every spring and furnace maintenance as needed.

• Stain applicable decks yearly.

• Order supplies, tools, and hardware as required.

• Shampoo carpets as needed.

• Replace keys and locks as needed.

• All other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage



• HRA for prescriptions



• Voluntary life insurance and short-term disability



• 401(k)



• Vacation and Illinois Paid Leave



• Opportunities for professional development, training, workshops, and continuing education



• Mileage reimbursement



• Performance bonuses when applicable if budget allows

Equal Pay Statement: We are committed to ensuring equal pay for equal work, regardless of gender or other protected characteristics.

Non-Discrimination Statement: Our organization is dedicated to non-discrimination in hiring, compensation, and employment practices.