Maintenance Associate

Paycom; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 23,866 - 33,992; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Children’s Home in Louisville, KY is seeking a skilled maintenance worker to keep its buildings and grounds safe and functional for residents and staff.

The role covers plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and HVAC tasks, plus routine interior and exterior maintenance, light janitorial duties, and event setup support.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with about five years of related experience and a willingness to participate in ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; five years' maintenance/trades experience preferred.
• Experience in plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, or HVAC is required.
• Willing to attend maintenance training as requested.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine interior and exterior maintenance on building and grounds.
• Handle plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, and HVAC tasks as needed.
• Rearrange furniture and office/classroom spaces to optimize use.
• Carry out janitorial duties and basic cleaning; respond to spills and safety concerns.
• Assist in event setup/breakdown and coordinate with supervisor on priorities.

Skills

Maintenance

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

HVAC

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Louisville, KY 40206
Salary Range: $21.00 - $21.00

Job Summary: Assists in keeping the agency’s buildings and grounds in safe and clean repair to provide a safe living and working environment for clients and staff.

Essential Functions

• Possesses basic to intermediate knowledge of construction skills including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and drywall. HVAC skills would be favorable.
• Performs routine maintenance on building interior and exterior such as light bulb replacement, repairing doors/windows, ceiling tile and filter changes, painting, and other tasks associated with general maintenance.
• Use an assortment of hands, power, and specialty tools to perform plumbing maintenance, painting, carpentry, and ventilation functions.
• Reconfigures, installs, positions, and remounts office and classroom furniture, work surfaces, storage bins, lighting, and file cabinets to accommodate user needs and maximize office, classroom, and residential space.
• Perform interior as well as exterior janitorial duties which may include but are not limited to sweeping and mopping floors; vacuuming and steam cleaning carpets; cleaning/disinfecting and replenishing supplies such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels; collection and removal of trash from the agency grounds and buildings; responds to urgent situations such as spills that require quick action.
• Ensures that the facility grounds and parking lots are clean and attractive, free of debris and reports any observations regarding needed work and safety issues to the immediate supervisor.
• Reviews work order priorities daily and coordinates with the lead maintenance technician for guidance and day-to-day management.
• Assists in setting up and breaking down before and after events as needed/requested.
• Works in a safe manner and recognizes unsafe situations; takes appropriate action to ensure the safety of themselves and others in building.
• Assists in maintaining equipment used on grounds and is responsible for its use.
• Cleans snow from sidewalk and driveways and salts accordingly; required to work overtime for snow removal if necessary; cleans outside debris from common areas, mows lawn, trims shrubbery and trees, plants and maintains flowers, and removes fallen limbs from the yard; removes leaves when needed.
• Works hours necessary to assist in the coordination of the Operations portion of Picnic; collaborates with the Plant Operations Director to lead and participate in picnic crew activities, including event setup, execution during Picnic Weekend, and post‑event breakdown.
• Performs inspections as needed at the direction of the Plant Operations Director to ensure compliance with procedures related to the Operations of St. Joseph Children’s Home.
• Assists in transporting various donations and supplies.
• Carries pager and/or cell phone and responds to emergency calls.
• Exhibits regular and punctual attendance.
• Responsible for obtaining required staff development/training hours as set forth by St. Joseph Children’s Home Policy and Procedures, by COA, and the Commonwealth of Kentucky; must implement and use the tools acquired during education sessions.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Functions

• Promotes the Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) process by identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Attends and participates in administrative/staff/committee meetings/trainings as required and assigned by agency.
• Within departmental parameters, exhibits customer service, decision‑making and problem‑solving skills.
• Effectively prioritizes and coordinates job tasks for maximum productivity.
• Facilitates other projects/staff as assigned.

Qualifications

CULTURAL SENSITIVITY

• Appreciates differences between others in thought as well as style and shows respect for their ideas.
• Demonstrates responsiveness to the racial, ethnic, and cultural needs of individuals while maintaining respect for those differences.

EMPOWERMENT

• Recognizes and works to eliminate situations that may lead to re‑traumatization; understands and allows for mutual self‑help to occur among trauma survivors by utilizing their lived experience to promote recovery and healing.

JOB KNOWLEDGE (Essential Functions)

• Has a clear understanding of the position.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the necessary common and technical knowledge areas required for the position.

MODELING

• Uses appropriate voice, is aware of development levels of clients served, encourages independence and self‑help, and reinforces positive behavior.
• For those who provide direct care to clients, has the ability to anticipate problems, redirect behavior using positive practices, handle transitions well and develop goals for observation.

PEER SUPPORT & COLLABORATION

• Communicates and interacts well with others among teams, across departments, and/or with clients to ensure a respectful, and inclusive service/work environment.
• Encourages and supports skill development of colleagues and/or direct reports, clients and/or families, and external stakeholders.
• Builds/maintains trust and exhibits healthy boundaries with colleagues and/or direct reports, clients and/or families, and external stakeholders.

PROFESSIONALISM

• Is visible with a positive presence, ethical, and highly professional.
• Expresses accountability for actions.
• Shows respect towards others, serves as an appropriate role model during interactions and while performing job responsibilities, and is responsive to the needs of others.

QUALITY OF WORK

• Reliably completes work according to organization standards.
• Exhibits strong judgment and problem‑solving skills.

SAFETY

• Creates and maintains a safe, welcoming, physical and service environment.

TIME MANAGEMENT

• Is consistently at work, on time, and conforms to scheduled work hours.
• Possesses the ability to effectively manage projects, timelines, and team goals without constant oversight.

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED required. At least five years’ experience preferred in either plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, or HVAC or a combination thereof required. Must be willing to attend maintenance training as requested.

Physical Factors

• Sitting at a desk for up to 8 hours
• Office Environment
• Entering data / keystroke
• Driving
• Standing for up to 8 hours
• Reaching above shoulder level
• Walking
• Bending
• Lifting/Carrying 50 max lbs
• Pushing / Pulling 50 max lbs.
• Using feet for repetitive action
• Using hands for repetitive action
• Outdoor weather exposure
• Operates moving mechanical parts
• Exposure to fumes and/or airborne particles
• Risk of electrical shock/vibration