Maintenance Assistant

RHA Health Services, LLC; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join their dedicated team. This role involves ensuring the safety and functionality of facilities by managing tools and conducting maintenance inspections. You will coordinate with staff to schedule maintenance, build and repair structures, and ensure compliance with safety standards. This position offers a fulfilling opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities and mental health needs. If you are passionate about helping others and have the skills to maintain a safe environment, this could be the perfect role for you.

Benefits

Early access to earned wages

Employee perks and discount program

Paid Time Off for full-time employees

Health Insurance for full-time employees

401(k) retirement savings program

Wellbeing Programs

Chronic Disease management programs

Free CPR and first aid training

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED with 4 years of general maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license and vehicle insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance work with staff to minimize disruptions.
• Build, repair, and install various structures and fixtures.
• Ensure compliance with building codes and safety standards.

Skills

General Maintenance

Safety Standards Compliance

Emergency Maintenance

Tool Management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Maintenance Tools

Job description

If you are a positive and personable individual looking for a satisfying and fun opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of people with intellectual, developmental disabilities, and people facing mental health, and substance use challenges, join our team at RHA Health Services!

We are hiring for: Maintenance Assistant

Type: Regular

Manages tools, equipment and bench stock. Conducts periodic maintenance inspections and ensures that basic safety standards are addressed and is able to identify potential hazards. Provides 24 hour emergency maintenance. Reports all emergencies. The ability to implement protocol/procedures to ensure safety measures are accomplished.

Education, Licensure, and Experience required for the position include: HS diploma or G.E.D. and four years of experience in General Maintenance.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinates work orders with Home Managers and other staff supervisors to determine when planned maintenance will least interfere with operation of residential or center activities.
• Builds, repairs, and installs counters, cabinets, benches, partitions, floors, doors, walls, building framework, and trim.
• Paints interior and exterior walls and trim. Installs glass in windows, doors, and partitions.
• Installs items such as window shades, venetian blinds, curtain rods, wall & ceiling fans and lights and door locks. Replaces damaged ceiling tile, floor tile, and wall coverings.
• Assures compliance to building code.
• Develops and coordinates with Administrator and Manager - Materials and Assets, plans for reconstruction, capital improvement or installation of new equipment, or buildings.
• Seeks bids for construction/renovation projects as appropriate.
• Suggests cost savings equipment when replacement is necessary.
• Estimates cost of parts, and supplies to be used during scheduled maintenance.
• Reviews manufacturer’s service manuals and records of maintenance problems to determine optimum frequency of preventive maintenance.

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and one to three years related experience and/or training preferred.
• Valid drivers license including personal vehicle insurance coverage. Must maintain proficiency in company sponsored training and certifications.

Pre-employment screening:

• Complete criminal background
• Name checked in the registries. (OIG exclusions database, Child Abuse Registry, and Offenders Against Individuals with Developmental Disabilities)
• Drug testing
• Education verification and other credentialing based on position requirements.
• Proof of employment history or references (if required)
• Positions that require driving Proof of driver's license, driver's insurance, and vehicle, IF required for providing transportation for individuals.

We offer the following benefits to employees:

• Payactiv: early access to the money you’ve earned from hours you’ve already worked, before payday!
• Employee perks and discount program: to help you save money!
• Paid Time Off (full-time employees only)
• Health/Insurance (full-time employees only)
• 401(k) retirement savings program
• Wellbeing Programs: Physical, Emotional and Financial
• Chronic Disease management programs for hypertension and diabetes (for qualifying employees)
• Training: Free CPR, first aid, and job-specific training opportunities

*contract/contingent workers and interns do not qualify for any of the above benefits.

EEO Statement: RHA is an equal opportunity employer. In addition, we provide reasonable accommodation to qualified employees who have protected disabilities to the extent required by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process, please contact our solutions center.

About RHA:

At RHA Health Services, we help individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, mental health and/or substance use needs live their best lives. Our mission is to provide a safe and healthy environment while creating opportunities for personal outcomes.

For over 30 years, the people we serve and support have remained at the very center of everything we do. RHA currently provides services in North Carolina, Georgia, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, and New Jersey.

If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of people we serve and support apply to join the team today.

At RHA Health Services, the people we serve and support are at the very center of everything we do. Throughout Georgia, New Jersey, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Tennessee, we provide high-quality care to individuals with intellectual/developmental disabilities. In North Carolina and Pennsylvania, we also provide behavioral health services to support people with mental health and substance use needs and provide services for those who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing.

Since 1989, we have partnered with and celebrated people achieving their personal goals, building meaningful connections, experiencing positive outcomes in health and wellness, and more. If you share our passion, there is a place for you at RHA Health Services.

From inpatient care to community-based services, from in-home support to facilities of all sizes, RHA offers a range of settings where you can apply your unique skillset. Many of our employees also experience opportunities for career growth and continued education. RHA is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities and the Council on Quality and Leadership, and we are committed to providing the highest quality of care.

At RHA, we believe we all deserve the chance to live our best possible lives. We want you to join our team of compassionate professionals. To learn more, visit rhahealth.org or email us at [e-mail].

RHA Health Services – Where Compassion Meets Career.