Job Training Program - Maintenance Laborer

True North Recovery; Wasilla (AK); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Credentialing allowance

Job summary

True North Recovery, Inc. is seeking a dependable Laborer to join our facilities team in a temporary full-time role. You will perform in-house maintenance to keep our environment safe, functional, and welcoming for clients and staff.

Ideal candidates bring at least 5 years of general construction experience, comfort working independently, and the ability to collaborate with a team. The position reports to the Facilities Director and may require occasional travel to remote locations.

Qualifications

• Proven knowledge of basic maintenance and construction procedures.
• Experience in plumbing and electrical work.
• Strong project and time management abilities.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilities Director with facility improvement and maintenance
• Complete assigned work efficiently and with attention to detail
• Assist with carpentry and remodeling tasks, including framing, flooring, drywall, painting, trim, countertops, tile, window installation, siding, fencing, bathroom remodels, and light plumbing and electrical work
• Manage and stock tools, materials, and supplies
• Maintain a safe and organized worksite
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with other departments

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Construction procedures

Plumbing

Electrical

Project management

Independent work

Job description

Mission Statement

We say yes to people seeking help for addiction and mental health. We create pathways to recovery and purpose. We provide the right service at the right time, delivered by people with lived experience. We transform behavioral health systems through innovation, creativity and collaboration.

Job Description

True North Recovery, Inc. is seeking a dependable and experienced Laborer to join our Job Training Program alongside our facilities team. This temporary full-time position is responsible for performing in-house general maintenance needs that help create safe, functional, and welcoming environments for the people we serve.

Ideal candidates will have a broad skill set in general construction, with at least 5 years of experience, and the ability to work both independently and in collaboration with a laborer. This role reports directly to the Facilities Director and/or designee and may involve occasional travel to remote locations.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist the Facilities Director with facility improvement and maintenance
• Complete assigned work efficiently and with attention to detail
• Assist with carpentry and remodeling tasks, including: framing, flooring, drywall, painting, trim, countertops, tile, window installation, siding, fencing, bathroom remodels, and light plumbing and electrical work.
• Manage and stock tools, materials, and supplies
• Maintain a safe and organized worksite
• Communicate clearly and respectfully with other departments

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Proven knowledge of basic maintenance and construction procedures
• Valid Alaska driver’s license and insurable under company policy (minimum age 18)
• Continued employment is contingent upon satisfactory state and federal background checks
• Experience in plumbing and electrical
• Strong project and time management abilities
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Comfortable working under pressure and managing priorities

Competencies

• Working with Others
• Planning and Problem Solving
• Providing services and Documenting Work
• Basic Construction and some Technical Skills
• Professional and Ethical Conduct

Full Time Benefits

• Allowance for Paid Training and Credentialing

Physical Requirements

This role is primarily performed in an office building with standard office environment and controlled temperatures. When working outdoors or at a job site the employee may be exposed to construction equipment or other moving objects/equipment, reference job site specifics. The employee is occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. Employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, talk/hear, see, read, and personally interact with others.

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