What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maintenance Worker position at Eckerd Connects?
Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.
Make more than a Living, Make a Difference
Our Benefits:
- 9 days of Vacation in the first year of service
- Minimum of 11 Paid Holidays
- Paid Sick Leave
- Retirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%
- Workers Compensation
- AD&D Insurance
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible Employer
Service Contract Act (SCA) Position
Hourly Rate: $18.00 to $22.00
Duties and Responsibilities:
- The General Maintenance Worker reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position.
- The General Maintenance Worker is responsible for cleaning and general maintenance work orders throughout the center.
- The General Maintenance Worker performs interior and exterior janitorial, building maintenance and grounds keeping assignments according to work orders.
- Performs minor building construction tasks, mows lawns, maintains grounds, and picks up trash and papers.
- Ensures that all tools and equipment are in good repair and kept in appropriate storage sheds and closets.
- Transports equipment and/or commodities throughout the center.
- Ensures all equipment and facilities are clean and maintained in accordance with Center standards.
- Maintains a work environment of zero accidents and injuries including no loss-time accidents.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or GED, and one years' related work experience preferred.
- Able to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
- Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record preferred.
- Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.
Additional Requirements: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate maintenance techniques; to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate household appliances. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.
*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.
About our Program
Job Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.
Our Program Location:
Potomac Job Corps
1 DC Village Ln SW,
Washington, DC 20032
Connect with Us video: https://vimeo.com/1061358460
Please follow the link for more information about this program: https://eckerd.org/jobs-training/jobcorps/
Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact adarequest@eckerd.org. Relay Services Dial 711.
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Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Eckerd Kids is a drug-free workplace and Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disability/Vets employer. Eckerd utilizes E-verify to confirm employment eligibility.
Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc. ("Eckerd Kids") considers all applicant's for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, handicap or disability, or status as a Vietnam-era or special-disabled veteran in accordance with federal law.
Salary : $18 - $22
