Maintenance Helper

About Distinction LLC

Distinction, LLC is a small, Mississippi-based business that was recently awarded operation of the St. Louis Job Corps Center. We are looking for qualified applicants who are enthusiastic, energetic, and purpose-driven to fill vacant positions beginning April 1, 2025.

Working with at-promise youth on a Job Corps Center is both rewarding and fulfilling. We offer competitive pay and a positive work environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth and development.

About the role

Responsible for duties involving repairs and maintenance of structures, electrical systems, plumbing, washers and dryers, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems in compliance with government and management directives.

What you'll do

• Perform maintenance and repair of structures, electrical systems, heating, plumbing, air conditioning, and drainage systems.
• Assist with various Center service and repair requests through the Center’s work order system.
• Repair or replace faulty or damaged light fixtures, outlets, and fuses, as directed.
• Perform minor construction and repair of structural woodwork.
• Perform repair or replacement of windows, doors, locks, plumbing, fixtures, washers, and seals.
• Prepare surfaces for finishing and painting, as directed.
• Supervise students assigned to Facility Maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance checks of buildings and equipment.
• Perform routine scheduled checks of heating and air conditioning system.
• Occasionally requires physical exertion to manually lift, move pull, push, or carry material or objects.
• Occasionally requires reaching, bending, stooping, or standing.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or High School Equivalency.
• Technical training and general knowledge of maintenance/repair and one year related experience.
• Experience working with youth, and excellent written/verbal communication skills required.
• Unless waived by management, valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.