Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Description

JOB SUMMARY :

This position will be under the supervision of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Technician will perform a variety of mechanical and general maintenance work in the repair and upkeep of the buildings and equipment.  Aptitude for and a working knowledge of wood, metal working, electrical, plumbing and construction trades are required.  Position involves substantial interaction with all departments.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES :

• Perform a variety of carpentry duties; construct, install, repair or replace doors, walls, desks, cabinets, shelving units and all woodwork.
• Perform a variety of finishes, including painting duties; prepare surfaces as necessary to remove dirt and rust. Must be able to operate spray equipment.
• Perform a variety of electrical duties, including but not limited to; install and adjust lighting systems, electrical wirings and switches.
• Perform basic heating and cooling maintenance, including regular inspections and filter services.
• Perform plumbing duties for all locations, including sinks and toilet replacements as well as maintenance of each.
• Perform locksmith duties, including replacement of locks on doors and desks, and duplicate keys, whilst maintaining procedures for security.
• Perform site inspections of each location on a regular basis for both the interior and exterior of the property, including windows, doors, fencing and roofs.
• Participate on the Maintenance On-Call phone rotation; respond to urgent facility-related issues after hours and on weekends when on call.
• St. Anne’s values the dignity and worth of every person we serve. Employees are expected to support children’s emotional and social development by encouraging understanding of others and promoting positive self-concepts. All employees must have the ability to treat those served by our agency in a caring and respectful manner, mindful of individual differences and cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity.
• As providers of social services, St. Anne’s employees work with clients dealing with complex emotional and mental health issues, many of whom are facing significant personal crises on a daily basis.  Employees must remain aware of any personal emotions, transference, and / or countertransference that may hinder the ability to remain professional.  As such, employees are expected to maintain composure during all interactions and crisis situations, implement a self-care plan, and utilize crisis communication to deescalate client crisis and prevent any serious bodily injury or harm.

11.  Other duties as required.

SECONDARY JOB DUTIES :

QUALIFICATIONS :

3.     Must have ability to organize assigned jobs and emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively with other employees at all levels.

5.     HVAC license is preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

5.     Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.