Facilities Maintenance

Facilities Maintenance

Disability Resources, Inc., is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization that supports a community designed to enhance the lives of adults with intellectual disabilities. We are located in the great state of Texas and are currently seeking a relationship builder and difference maker as Facilities Maintenance.

Disability Resources, Inc. provides industry-leading services to our residents such as; helping residents develop their life skills, providing required medical care, a variety of therapies, offering spiritual opportunities for growth, and encouraging healthy lifestyles.

Our mission at Disability Resources, Inc., is to provide exceptional care and develop meaningful lives for intellectually challenged adults in a Christian environment.

We are growing and adding positions to our team! The job duties for the position of Facilities Maintenance are listed below.

Job Summary: The Facilities Maintenance assumes the following job duties…

· Attends all applicable meetings scheduled by DRI leadership

· Remains up to date on all email correspondence daily

· Corresponds with Directors as appropriate for situations that need to be addressed

· Schedules & conducts meetings as appropriate to address maintenance issues

· Maintains an up to date desk calendar daily tasks, meetings, or appointments

· Performing routine maintenance around the building such as fixing structural damage, for example, window, door or wall repair

· Repairing broken or leaking plumbing to avoid water damage and restore full use of water fixtures

· Working on damaged electrical wiring when a shortage or severed wire occurs

· Maintaining the building HVAC equipment in order to keep climate control in the facility functioning properly

· Applying preventative measures to the building to reduce the risk of future problems, such as using a sealant on a flat roof

· Fixing potential safety hazards to avoid injuries

· Painting the building when old paint has become faded or chipped

· Inspect buildings, systems, and equipment regularly to identify potential issues

· Troubleshoot any issues

· Repair faulty equipment and components or schedule repairs if a specialist is needed

· Make minor building repairs, such as fixing drywall or repairing doors

· Assemble or disassemble equipment

· Perform routine and preventative maintenance

· Order necessary supplies

· Cleans the facilities and equipment

· Maintain a record of maintenance and repair tasks

· Maintains lawn care throughout the community/campus (mowing, trimming, weed eating etc.).

· Assists in Activity Center with Activities or Dining Services as needed and if time permits.

· Other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

· This position does not exercise supervisory responsibilities

Competencies

· Excellent communication skills, both written and oral

· Maintains & participates in professional & harmonious work environment, keeps commitments, inspires the trust of others

· Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail

· The ability to work independently and as a team player, to take initiative, and possesses the ability to effectively multitask

· Promotes the mission of DRI and possesses the ability to communicate the philosophy, mission and values of DRI to external and internal stakeholders

· Ability to use applicable technology for communication, documentation, & reporting

Education:

· Technical degree strongly preferred

· Electrical, carpentry, and plumbing experience preferred

· HVAC Certification preferred

· 1 -3 years minimum experience working with individuals with intellectual disabilities.

· Must be able to communicate, read, speak, write the English Language

· Must pass background check, drug tests and other screening tests

· Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License

· CPR certification - required

· Proficient computer skills- required

· Attendance and punctuality - a must

Environmental and Working Conditions:You will workatmultiple locations within the community campus. There may be times you attend off campus activities.

Physical and Mental Effort: Sitting, standing need to lift, pull, carry, and push items weighing up to fifty pounds. Frequent need to stoop, kneel, and reaching. Requires hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity. Ability to utilize practical common sense and critical thinking is required.

Schedule:Work schedule would be typical Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

For full time employees we offer a variety of benefits, vacation time, training and development opportunities, and love promoting from within. As you’re looking to expand and grow your career come grow with us as we help to guide your career path within our organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• On call
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18