Maintenance Assistant 1

The Arc Of The Ozarks; Saint Peters (MO); On-site; USD 35,817 - 41,328; Full time

Job summary

The Arc of the Ozarks in St. Peters, MO is seeking a Maintenance I to keep our residential and office facilities safe and well‑maintained. Daily tasks include electrical, plumbing, heating and general carpentry repairs, with duties spanning grounds care, snow removal, and minor remodeling.

The role collaborates across departments and emphasizes safety and reliability. Ideal candidates have at least 3 years in maintenance, can lift up to 75 pounds, are at least 18, and hold a high school diploma

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a maintenance person.
• Maintenance experience in a residential or other type of setting is preferred.
• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and carpentry.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Performing general repairs that do not require a specialized technician.
• General remodeling, maintenance of facility roadways, parking lots and snow removal.
• Performing routine maintenance on building systems.
• Caring for grounds and landscapes.
• Provide safety and maintenance training to additional departments as needed.
• Minor repair to buildings and equipment with general remodeling work.
• Ensure high standards of safety at all Arc facilities.
• Coordinate internal safety inspections and follow up on deficiencies.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Heating

Cooling

Carpentry

Maintenance experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: St. Peters, MO 63376

Positions starting at $26.00 per hour!

Bring Your Experience to The Arc!

Experience-based wages are available for those whose background is above and beyond the position's requirements.

What’s this Job all About?

The maintenance role works in various office and residential facilities to maintain the living and working environments of our clients and employees.

What will my day-to-day responsibilities look like?

• Troubleshooting issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Performing general repairs that do not require a specialized technician.
• General remodeling, maintenance of facility roadways, parking lots and snow removal.
• Performing routine maintenance on building systems.
• Caring of grounds and landscapes.
• Provide safety and maintenance training to additional departments as needed.
• Minor repair to buildings and equipment with general remodeling work.
• Performs tasks common to the care of grounds and landscapes such as mowing lawns with riding or push mowers; trimming and edging around trees, shrubs, ground cover, flowers, sidewalks, and buildings; weeding, thinning and cleaning flower beds and other grounds by hand or utilizing proper tools and equipment.
• Ensure that high standards of safety are developed, met, and maintained at all Arc facilities.
• Arranges and coordinates the internal safety inspections of residential facilities and the Activity Center. Follows up on deficiencies and recommendations.
• Participates in the process and function of The Arc of the Ozarks Health and Safety Committee.
• Completes, coordinates, and arranges for the completion of corrective and preventive maintenance in accordance with Arc of the Ozarks operating procedures, practices, and financial considerations.
• Ensures that major equipment and furnishings are maintained in safe, operable conditions and/or arranges for replacement.
• Provide training as assigned to the residential staff as it relates to the safety and maintenance needs of residential facilities.

What do I need to be successful in this position?

• A knowledge of electrical, plumbing, heating, cooling and carpentry. This may be measured by other jobs held and work required in those jobs and or certificates of training in the above mentioned areas.
• Experience as a maintenance person in a residential/commercial setting is helpful.
• Must be able to stand, stoop, lift, push, pull, and carry items weighing 75 pounds.
• A minimum of eighteen years of age and possession of a diploma from an accredited High School or the equivalent.

Minimum Experience and Training Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of 3 years of experience as a maintenance person.
• Maintenance experience in a residential or other type of setting is preferred.
• Proven ability to complete maintenance projects in the past.

Here’s a little more:

• You will have a position that allows movement and interactions with a variety of individuals.
• Along with competitive pay and benefits, this position will allow autonomy in completing assigned tasks.
• Excellent opportunities for growth and promotion within the organization.
• Flexible scheduling with typical schedule of Monday-Friday.

QualificationsMaintenance I

The Maintenance I is in a position of considerable responsibility which demands a variety of abilities. These abilities include but are not limited to repair and maintenance of group homes, ISLs, administrative facilities, and other Arc facilities.

General remodeling, maintenance of roadways, parking lots and snow removal are included in these responsibilities.

This individual may also be asked to drive a vehicle to transport clients or staff.

Contact Information

Give us a call at 417-771-3700. Ask for the Talent Acquisition Team.

Send us an Email at [e-mail]. Don't forget to include your name and the position/location you are interested in.

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