What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker 2 position at St. Joseph's Center?
St. Joseph's Center is looking for a skilled Maintenance Worker to join our team! The Maintenance Worker will play an important role in keeping our facilities safe and well-maintained to support our residents and staff. This position offers an opportunity to make a difference by supporting an organization dedicated to serving others.
This position is full time 1st shift position. Occasionally employee may be asked to cover a 2nd, 3rd, or weekend shift. The position involves maintenance of buildings, grounds, and company vehicles as directed by a maintenance supervisor
Why You'll Love St. Joseph's Center
St. Joseph's Center has over 130 years of experience in caring for people with disabilities. You will get to work in a supportive work environment within a non-profit mission driven organization. You will be part of a team that strives to make a meaningful impact on the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities.
What You'll Do
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assumes the responsibility for maintenance and repairs of the buildings and grounds by carrying out job assignments as directed.
- Performs a variety of duties in and around the buildings and grounds of the Center as well as routine preventative maintenance tasks.
- Under general supervision, but with latitude for independent laying out of work details, performs skilled and/or unskilled labor tasks.
- At the direction of the supervisor, checks and maintains electrical equipment, machinery, fire and alarm systems, etc. to ensure building safety and compliance with regulatory codes.
- Uses motor vehicles, tools, machinery and other equipment properly and responsibly; cleans and maintains all equipment in good order.
- Responds to maintenance emergency situations promptly and efficiently; responds to other departmental needs for emergency coverage when needed.
- If assigned, checks motor vehicles on a regular basis and maintains them in good working order.
- Assists with grounds keeping tasks according to the season and is skilled in the use of the tools and equipment required.
- Notifies supervisor of needed repairs, replacements or unusual conditions noted within the buildings or on the grounds.
- Assumes the responsibility for the security and surveillance of the buildings and grounds as assigned.
- Attends in-services and other training programs sponsored by the Center.
- At the direction of the supervisor, acts as a foreman for jobs requiring special skills such as electrical wiring, plumbing, carpentry, etc.
- Maintains a cooperative relationship with co-workers and Supervisors, and creates an atmosphere of mutual respect and trust within the home and the department.
- Is flexible to changes in duties, priorities, methods and environments.
- Comes to work as scheduled, and is punctual.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned and remains flexible to the diverse needs of the facility.
What You Get in Return
- Heath
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Access to 24 hour No Cost Telehealth for employee and dependents
- Company paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance
- Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
- Work / Life Balance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Growth and Support
- 401-K with company contribution and match
- Employee referral bonus
- Tuition Reimburse
- Employee Assistance Program: Counseling services, Legal and Financial services, Child/Elder care resources, and more
- Discount Programs with national and local companies
- Paid training
What’s Required of You
Competencies:
- Demonstrate aptitude and ability for general maintenance of the property and grounds.
- Should have basic knowledge of heating and air-conditioning systems, repair of furnishings, routine maintenance of electrical, plumbing systems, alarms, etc.
- Possess a working knowledge of the use of materials, equipment and machinery used in general maintenance.
- Should be able to read directions and to follow oral and written instructions.
- Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and/or Experience:
- High school diploma or GED
- Prior work experience related to the duties and responsibility described in position.
- Valid PA Driver’s License
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Ability to stand 7 or more hours a day.
- Ability to sit or walk 1-3 hours per day.
- Ability to occasionally life and/or move items weighing over 50 pounds.
- Ability to twist upper portion of body on a frequent basis.
- Ability to squat, bend and kneel for periods of time.
