Maintenance Technician

Job Corps is the largest nationwide no-cost residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 50 years. With a mission to “attract eligible young people, teach them the skills they need to become employable and independent, place them in meaningful jobs or further their education,” 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. Job Corps has trained and educated over two million individuals since 1964.

Maintenance Technician: Reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and is an hourly, non-exempt position. Responsible for general maintenance work orders throughout the center. Demonstrates ongoing commitment to preparing young people for the workforce by modeling, mentoring, and monitoring excellence in the eight Career Success Standards of workplace relations and ethics; information management; communications; multicultural awareness; personal growth and development; career and personal planning; interpersonal skills and independent living.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates and abides by ALEUT Core Values and operating principles.
• Performs building maintenance and construction tasks. and groundskeeping assignments according to work orders.
• Ensures all tools, equipment, and facilities are in good repair, clean, and maintained in accordance with Center, ALEUT, and DOL standards.
• Transports equipment and/or commodities throughout the center.
• Performs work on HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, hardware repairs such as locks, and general maintenance duties as needed.
• Adheres to all PRH, PAG, CDSS, and ALEUT policies and procedures, and the Center’s Operating Procedures.
• Maintains a work environment of zero accidents and injuries including no loss-time accidents.
• May transport students by van or automobile to various vocational sites, medical centers, recreational activities, courts, etc.
• Attends required staff training sessions.
• Clearly communicates and consistently models appropriate CSS and employability skills including personal responsibility and computer fluency.
• Maintains accountability of staff, students, and property, and adheres to safety practices in all areas of responsibility.
• Cultivates and maintains a climate in the center that is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect to provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED, and one year’s related work experience.
• Must be proficient in a trade and have general knowledge or at minimum one additional trade.
• Prefer certification/licensing in electrical and/or HVAC.
• May be required to obtain a license to perform certain work tasks.
• Able to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives.
• Valid driver’s license in the state of employment with an acceptable driving record.

Additional Requirements: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate maintenance techniques; to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English. Possess a commercial driver’s license. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. The position requires the ability to operate household appliances. In addition, individuals must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.

Working Conditions : This position involves frequent standing, walking, bending, and carrying. Occasionally position involves sitting, squatting, kneeling, pushing, or pulling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Applicant must be able to see, hear, and speak.

Environmental Demands : The position requires the ability to spend 65% of work time outside and 35% of work time indoors; the ability to withstand moderate noise levels, including voice levels 90% of work time; the ability to work in high-temperature settings during the summer months; and ability to work in low-temperature settings in winter months.

Aleut offers the following benefits to eligible employees:

• Health insurance
• Dental/Vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Life insurance

At Aleut, our culture thrives on diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. By integrating diverse perspectives, we open up new possibilities, foster innovation, and fully harness our team's potential. We are committed to creating an environment where every employee feels valued, included, and inspired to grow and find purpose. Join us and be part of a culture that celebrates differences and belonging for everyone, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social, or ethnic origin, sex, pregnancy, marital status, age, physical, mental, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, or past or present military service. We welcome everyone as they are!

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