Description

Position Summary:

• Person in this position will be responsible for the repair and the maintenance of WestCare facilities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions:

• Maintain the facility grounds and maintain buildings in a safe and efficient operating condition.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, donated items, and a tool control system.
• Maintain, schedule, and supervise clients assigned to perform duties associated with the maintenance of the facility and grounds.
• Respond to routine emergencies and make normal repairs.
• Define problems and provide assessments for anything that must be repaired or replaced.
• Respond to work orders daily.
• Transport clients outside of the facility, e.g., to perform job duties and to attend appointments.
• Participate in daily shift exchange including documenting in facility log at the end of the shift and thoroughly reviewing the log at start of the shift.
• Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent.

Experience and Competencies:

• Five (5) years experiences in general semi-skilled maintenance and repair work, or as a building maintenance or construction trades worker.
• Experience working with individuals and groups in a confined setting is preferred.
• Must possess knowledge of common methods, practices and materials used in maintenance and repair work of buildings and building facilities.
• Must be familiar with the various tools used in building maintenance and repair work and their proper employment and care.
• Possession of a valid Class C Drivers License.
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test; and
• Must be able to qualify for WestCare vehicle insurance. As mandated by the State of California those employees who work at Residential, Outpatient, Sober Living, provide Mental Health Services, or Transitional Living Facilities must be fully vaccinated by September 30, 2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

Working Conditions:

• Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment facility.
• Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

WestCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment at WestCare is contingent upon
successful completion of a pre-employment drug test,
pre-employment physical and criminal background check.