Skilled Maint Worker 1

Under general supervision and direction of the Maintenance Manager, maintains all agency buildings and makes repairs as needed. Possesses specific skills in three or more of the following areas:

· electrical

· plumbing

· carpentry

· heating and air-conditioning

· welding

· auto mechanics

· small engine repair

· Maintains agency property and equipment including automobiles, vans, tractors, lawn mowers, snow removal equipment, vacuum cleaners, etc… Ensures cleanliness and orderliness within the Maintenance Department and offices.

· Maintains agency property and grounds. Task include but are not limited to: lawn care, shrub planting and care, snow removal, furniture repair, painting, etc... Assists in sanitation control, as requested.

· Reviews all maintenance orders received. Independently provides services on those work orders for which qualified to perform. Refers larger, more complicated work orders to the Maintenance Manager.

· Checks for broken locks, bulbs in need of replacement, damage in need of repair, etc…, at least weekly.

· On-call duties may be requested.

· Supervises, as assigned, part-time and temporary maintenance staff, including youth in residence assigned for work experience.

· Displays exemplary role modeling at all times on the job and when in contact with the children being served.

· Performs other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor and/or Lead Maintenance Foreman.

Education, Experience, and Other Qualifications:

· Minimum of High School Diploma or Technical School required and two years of experience in a comparable position or trade necessary to successfully fulfill skill requirements listed above.

· Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 pounds and be able to lift, bend, climb ladders, reach, stoop, and kneel in the performance of duties and responsibilities.

· Must maintain a valid driver’s license and insurance through the agency’s insurance carrier. Must be able to drive agency vans, automobiles, pick-up trucks, and operate other agency equipment such as riding lawn mowers.