Maintenance Worker

About This Role

Maintain school buildings in a clean, orderly, and safe condition for individuals with developmental disabilities by performing a variety of repair, cleaning, and maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot minor maintenance problems involving electrical, structural, plumbing and equipment
• Perform preventive building maintenance duties such as caulking windows and repairing broken windows
• Conduct routine plumbing repairs including unstopping toilets and sinks, and fixing water leaks
• Carry out routine minor electrical repairs such as changing light bulbs and replacing fixtures
• Travel to various Birch facilities and supply stores for maintenance assignments
• Purchase supplies, equipment, and materials needed for projects
• Assemble and move furniture, hang pictures, and set up tables and chairs
• Steam clean and shampoo carpets; strip, seal, and polish floors
• Repair and replace door knobs and locks, patch holes in walls, and paint surfaces
• Ensure timely addressing of hazardous conditions including snow and debris removal
• Move furniture, deliveries, packages, and other large items as required
• Communicate facilities or maintenance issues promptly with building administration
• Perform all weather-related tasks, including managing walk-off mats and spreading ice melt for snow removal

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED
• Two or more years of building maintenance experience
• 2-4 years experience working in a construction site, handyman role, or related field
• Demonstrated competency in written, verbal and computational skills to document records pertaining to physical plant operations

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2-4 years of building maintenance experience

Nice to Have

• Experience in a school, residential, health, or treatment related setting