Essential duties can include working with a plumber dedicated to this work location; troubleshooting minor maintenance problems involving carpentry, cement masonry, electrical, structural, and equipment repair or replacement; performing preventive maintenance such as basic rough and finish carpentry, caulking, basic cement masonry, drywall, basic electrical repair and lighting repair, painting, patching roofs or walls, replacing glass, etc.; performing routine repairs such as changing light bulbs, repairing ballast and light fixtures, unstopping toilets; assembling, moving, or repairing furniture; repairing and replacing door knobs or locks, cabinet/desk/closet closures, door hinges; and recommending solutions.

The hire will work first shift (7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) Monday through Friday, with the opportunity for overtime and subject to responding to emergency or off-hours calls. Assignment could require the hire to also work alternate shifts in what is a 24-hour facility.

Requirements

Qualified applicants will hold a high school diploma or GED; a minimum of one year's experience in trades related to building maintenance and repair; experience with HVAC, plumbing, construction work; knowledge of variety of building maintenance procedures and techniques; knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for maintenance and repair of buildings; ability and skill in using hand and power tools. Incumbents must be available to work extended shifts, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays if needed.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package starts first of the month following 30 calendar days and includes 90% employer-paid PPO healthcare with vision and three-tier prescription components, pension plan, public employer's equivalent of 401(k), sick time, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and other time-off provisions. Starting wage is $19.52/hour for a 40-hour workweek, which increases to $20.56/hour at the one-year anniversary of placement into the position. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER