Maintenance Technician

Description Details: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm, flexible schedule required (depending on the project) General Job Summary Performs routine ground keeping and building maintenance duties on all Methodist Children’s Homes buildings and facilities. Essential Functions Cuts lawn using hand, power or riding mower, trims and edges around walks, flower beds, walls, etc. Plant grass, flowers, trees and shrubs; prunes shrubs and trees to shape and improve growth. Sprays lawn, trees and shrubs with fertilizers and insecticides. Removes snow and ice from building walkways and steps; may rake leaves May perform minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in ground keeping. Perform weekly walk through of buildings to evaluate repair needs. Perform weekly check of fleet (all fluids) and DOCUMENT Perform routine janitorial tasks (take out garbage, supply restrooms with paper goods) Assist in preparation for events on campus (may include setting up tables, chairs, clean up, etc.) Maintain work place (Maintenance Shop) organized and up keep of all tools and resources. Interact with fellow staff, residents and visitors in a professional and positive manner. All other duties as assigned Requirements Qualifications Knowledge & Experience Must be twenty-one (21) years of age High School Diploma preferred and two (2) years work in related industry Skills & Working Condition Must maintain valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record Must be insurable by Methodist Children’s Homes insurance carrier Must be able to work flexible schedule and shifts including overnights, weekends, holidays and extended periods of time. Must successfully complete all phases of pre-service and on-going training, including but not limited to, physical restraint training, First Aid, CPR, Universal Precautions, and medication administration. Must be able to work in a fast paced, high pressure, high stress environment. Physical Requirements Must provide a negative drug screen result prior to employment. Must pass a pre-employment physical and on-going physical assessments as required Have the ability to demonstrate organizational, management, and leadership skills. Have the ability to generate multiple solutions to meet the changing needs of clients, staff, and communities Have the ability to communicate professionally, in both verbal and written formats, with consumers, including, but not limited to parents, supervisees, colleagues, and community service providers. Have the ability to supervise work related activities with clients and volunteers Regular attendance at primary worksite and agency related events. Have the ability to work overtime. #J-18808-Ljbffr