Maintenance Mechanic

The Mary Campbell Center; Rockwood Hills (DE); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mary Campbell Center is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to support the Director of Facilities in repairs and preventive maintenance for the building, grounds and vehicle operations. The role requires reliability, efficiency and respect for residents, staff and the environment.

Minimum qualifications include a high character standard, ability to read/write, strong mechanical aptitude, basic maintenance skills for vehicles and grounds, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, five years in maintenance,

Qualifications

• Basic maintenance skills to repair building, grounds, vehicles, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and equipment.
• Reading, writing, and following verbal instructions.
• Excellent mechanical aptitude and tool-handling skills.
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and preventive tasks for building and grounds.
• Repair electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems as needed.
• Complete maintenance work orders and assist with vehicle and equipment upkeep.
• Become Guldmann certified to work on ceiling lifts (certification provided by facility).
• Assist with groundskeeping, snow removal, and resident transportation as needed.
• Ensure OSHA standards are followed in all duties.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Reading/Writing

Driver's license

5+ years maintenance experience

Job description

Position Scope

The Mary Campbell Center is first, last, and always, home to 68 residents. Together, staff ensures services are delivered with a high degree of quality, in a homelike environment where residents live with respect, personal dignity, and independence to the fullness of their abilities. The Maintenance Mechanic assists the Director of Facilities in performing repairs and maintenance to the building, grounds and vehicle operations of the Center. The Maintenance Mechanic must work reliably, effectively, efficiently, and with respect for residents, staff, families, volunteers, professional consultants, and the physical environment of the Center.

Minimum Requirements

1. be a good person of high character who consistently works with a positive attitude and demonstrates compassion and understanding for residents with varying degrees of disability;
2. have the ability to read, write and follow verbal instructions;
3. possess a excellent mechanical aptitude and skill in the use of tools required to compete task;
4. demonstrate the ability to perform basic maintenance repairs for vehicles, lawn, garden and snow removal equipment;
5. have the ability to lift, push, pull equipment and supplies of varying weights up to 50 lbs;
6. Minimum 5 years experience in maintenance or a related trade;
7. possess a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Essential Functions

1. Performs routine maintenance tasks including, but not limited to, completing assigned monthly audits, general repairs and preventive maintenance to the building/grounds
2. Performs basic repairs to electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems throughout the building
3. Completes maintenance work orders
4. Required to become Guldmann certified to work on ceiling lifts (certification will be provided by the facility)
5. Ability to performs maintenance and repair on all wheelchairs
6. Ability to perform general maintenance on vehicles and grounds equipment
7. Assists with grounds keeping and snow removal when necessary
8. Participates in the Maintenance-On-Call rotation
9. Assists with transportation of residents when necessary
10. Assures OSHA standards are maintained while performing all duties
11. Performs other assigned duties as necessary

Working Conditions

The Maintenance Mechanic works indoors and outdoors, in a variety of weather conditions including extreme heat and cold, with exposure fuels, odors, and/or chemicals. The Maintenance Mechanic may lift, push, and operate heavy equipment which, if not properly used, could cause injury. Incumbent may work extended and/or flexible hours to meet the needs of the Center.