Maintenance II

Inspire Development Centers; Sunnyside (WA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspire Development Centers is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform center and office repairs, new construction, and routine maintenance at multiple Washington locations.

You will use carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills to support our Head Start and ECE programs, ensuring safe, compliant facilities and timely completion of projects. Strong communication with managers and vendors is essential, along with the ability to work independently and travel as required.

Qualifications

• Three years of carpentry and plumbing experience.
• Working knowledge of UBC and maintenance procedures.
• Experience in construction or facilities maintenance.
• Familiar with OSHA, WISHA and ADA regulations.
• Ability to read blueprints and interpret documentation.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.
• Able to read and write English and/or Spanish.
• Valid Washington State driver’s license and ability to travel.

Responsibilities

• Designs, constructs, remodels and repairs interior and exterior structures.
• Constructs and repairs exterior play structures and landscaping.
• Builds ramps, stairs, fences, floors, windows, roofs and walls.
• Performs minor electrical repairs (lighting, switches, outlets).
• Installs, replaces, and repairs plumbing fixtures.
• Assists in estimating material and labor needs.
• Assists providing basic scaled work drawings for permits.
• Collaborates with vendors and subcontractors as needed.
• Attends staff meetings and trainings.
• Maintains confidentiality of program and contractor information.
• Fulfills other duties assigned by supervisor.

Skills

Carpentry

Plumbing

Electrical repairs

Reading blueprints

Vendor communication

Microsoft Office

OSHA/WISHA/ADA knowledge

Teamwork / Interpersonal skills

Tools

Construction equipment

Blueprints

Safety gear

Job description

This position is responsible to complete center and office repairs, maintenance, and new construction as needed. Possess basic carpentry, electrical and plumbing skills to complete the repairs. Able to communicate with vendors and Center Managers with regards to center repairs and maintenance.

Distinguishing Characteristics

Inspire Development Centers provides Early Childhood Education (ECE) and social services to more than 4000 children, in center based and home based setting, at more than 25 Child Development Centers (CDC) throughout the State of Washington. Inspire provides services under various federal and state funded programs with differing regulations and stipulations, which must be coordinated and adhered to, including, but not limited to: Regional Head Start (RHS), Migrant Seasonal Head Start (MSHS), Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program (ECEAP) and Early Head Start (EHS). The agency is required to meet an annual quota of non-federal share (in-kind) funds. A large majority of children’s first language is Spanish.

Supervisory and Other Relationships

Position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor and works closely with the Transportation & Facilities Manager.

Examples of Essential Duties and Accountabilities

The following examples of duties and accountabilities illustrate the general range of tasks assigned to the position but are not intended to define the limits of required duties.

• 1.Designs, constructs, remodels, retrofits and repairs interior and exterior structures made of wood, drywall, plaster, concrete or brick.
• 2.Constructs, repairs and retrofits exterior play structures, playground landscaping and related items.
• 3.Responsible for the construction and repair of ramps, stairs, fences, floors, windows, roofs, interior/exterior walls, exterior modular skirting, and other related items.
• 4.Responsible for completing minor electrical repairs, including but not limited to; light fixtures, switches, receptacles, etc.
• 5.Responsible for the installation, replacement and repair of plumbing fixtures, including but not limited to; sinks, faucets, toilets, water lines, drains, and sewer lines.
• 6.Assist in estimating material and labor needs as required for completion of projects.
• 7.Assist providing basic work drawing to scale if needed for the purpose of obtaining a building work permit.
• 8.May need to assist other subcontractors and other co-workers for other work needed for the job. Able to communicate with supplier(s) and vendor(s) for the purpose of purchasing construction materials.
• 9.Shows interest in furthering professional growth by attending staff meetings, workshops, trainings, classes and seminars.
• 10.Maintain confidentiality of program, vender, contractors and client related information at all times.
• 11.Perform all other duties as assigned by his/her supervisor.

Incumbents are required to demonstrate knowledge and abilities in these areas:

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English and/or Spanish to fulfill the responsibilities of this position;
• Three (3) years of actual experience in areas of carpentry and plumbing, working knowledge of Uniform Building Codes (UBC) and background in maintenance cleaning and repair procedures;
• Experience in construction and/or facilities maintenance;
• Familiar with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), Washington Industrial Safety and Health Act (WISHA) and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) regulations;
• Familiar with federal assurance regarding construction initiatives;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills;
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills;
• Understanding of the interrelationships between services and systems;
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral directions and have knowledge of carpentry procedures without constant supervision;
• Ability to learn new tasks quickly and efficiently;
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and meet deadlines;
• Ability to gather and analyze data for reports via multiple modes;
• Ability to read, write and interpret blue prints and documentation;
• Ability to work with culturally diverse employee population;
• Knowledge of personal computer, including Microsoft Office.

• Previous Head Start experience.

Incumbents are required to have the following:

• Valid Washington State driver’s license;
• Must provide a yearly driving abstract;
• Must maintain acceptable driving history;
• Proof of automobile insurance;
• Ability to travel to perform job duties and responsibilities;
• Must pass initial and periodic criminal and background check;
• Must pass initial and periodic employee health clearance; (present it within forty-five (45) days of employment);
• Current First Aid / CPR cards; (obtain the training within thirty (30) days of employment);
• Subject to initial and periodic TB screen;
• Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV / AIDS) training, (obtain the training within thirty (30) days of employment);
• Blood Borne Pathogen training; (obtain the training within thirty (30) days of employment);
• Subject to random drug screen;
• Must sign a Confidentiality Agreement; and
• Must complete and sign a Conflict of Interest Disclosure Statement on an annual basis.

Job sites are typically located at IDC’s Child Development Centers or Offices. Much of the work is completed outside in an environment that’s not shielded from the weather. Weather conditions can include excessive heat, cold, wind, rain, and other weather conditions. At times, work will be conducted on uneven terrain, at heights, or within confined spaces.

The demands and abilities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to sit, stand, walk, stoop and bend, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability to climb and crawl, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability and knowledgeable in the use of standard construction equipment, and carpentry tools, occurrence frequent;
• Ability to handle hazardous materials safely and tolerate exposure to minor electrical hazards;
• Ability to safely handle environmental hazards such as molds and various solvents;
• Ability to communicate in person, or via telephone or video conference, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability to lift and/ or move up to fifty (50) pounds, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability to lift and/ or move up to one hundred (100) pounds, occurrence is occasional;
• Ability to travel, locally and statewide, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability to read and write, occurrence is frequent;
• Ability to use hands to finger, handle, feel or move objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, occurrence is frequent;
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus, occurrence is frequent;
• Incumbent frequently exposed to variable temperature generally encountered in an indoor and outdoor environment and a noise level that ranges from quiet to very noisy.

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