Maintenance Technician

55 Compass Connections; Los Fresnos (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

55 Compass Connections seeks a dedicated maintenance worker to help keep agency facilities safe and clean while supporting foster care programs. The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in janitorial or maintenance, and knowledge of chemicals and cleaning safety.

You will follow federal and state guidelines, operate maintenance equipment, and participate in team decisions, with shifts including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. Background checks and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2+ years experience in janitorial or maintenance.
• Knowledge of chemicals and safe cleaning practices.
• Ability to pass background checks and drug screening.
• Demonstrates professional conduct and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Meet federal and state regulatory guidelines applicable to the position.
• Maintain safe and sanitized conditions in agency buildings and equipment.
• Operate maintenance equipment and report malfunctions.
• Participate in scheduled meetings and team decisions.
• Implement Compass Connections safety protocols during emergencies.
• Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.
• Maintain confidentiality in all program operations.
• Uphold Compass Connections standards of conduct.

Skills

Janitorial experience

Chemicals handling

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Fluent English

Education

High school diploma

First aid

CPR

Emergency behavior intervention

Tools

Cleaning equipment

Safety protocols

Job description

It's a great feeling to work for a company that does so much good for others around the world!
Language Requirement: Fluency in English is required.
Academic Req: Required –High school diploma, or equivalent
Certifications: First aid, CPR, Emergency behavior intervention
Work experience: Required – Two (2) plus years of experience in janitorial or maintenance and knowledge of chemicals and reactions, and safe and proper use of cleaning supplies and equipment; Preferred – Three (3) plus years of related experience and/or training

Critical Action Items & Measurable Deliverables

1. 1. Meet all federal and state regulatory guidelines and standards that are applicable to this position.
2. 2. Maintain safe and sanitized conditions in the agency buildings and equipment that meet or exceed all licensing and policy requirements
3. 3. Operate maintenance equipment and report any malfunctioning equipment immediately.
4. 4. Participate in scheduled meetings, team decisions and operations.
5. 5. Implement Compass Connections safety protocols including evacuating with children and other staff in case of an emergency.
6. 6. Work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed and as requested by the supervisor.
7. 7. Maintain confidentiality in all areas of the child and program operations.
8. 8. Maintain Compass Connections professional and ethical standards of conduct outlined in Compass Connections employee handbook including demonstrating respect for agency staff, children, and community members and complying with required dress code at all times.

Other Responsibilities

1. 1. Clean, sanitize and maintain buildings and equipment in accordance with agency policies and procedures and applicable local, state and federal rules and regulations.
2. 2. Report all unsafe conditions to supervisory staff and suggest possible solutions to hazards.
3. 3. Meet all pre-determined deadlines required by program and federal partners.
4. 4. Frequently traverse from one area of the campus to another.
5. 5. Frequently move equipment weighing up to 100 pounds from one area of the campus to another.
6. 6. Other duties as assigned.
7. 7. Foster Care Programs - Support, encourage, and recruit foster parents.

Requirements

1. 1. Pass a pre-employment drug screen and random drug screens throughout employment.
2. 2. Provide proof of work eligibility status upon request.
3. 3. Pass a pre-employment and biennial criminal background checks.
4. 4. Demonstrate the ability to:
   • a. Respond sensitively and competently to the service population’s cultural and socio-economic characteristics.
   • b. Work collaboratively with other staff members, service providers and professionals.
   • c. Maintain knowledge of new and current equipment used to carry out maintenance duties.
   • d. Achieve impeccable standards of cleanliness in work outcomes.
   • e. Read, analyze, and interpret policy manuals and documents.
   • f. Work in a fast-paced environment and maintain emotional control and professional composure at all times.
   • g. Maintain computer literacy required to meet the responsibilities of the position.
   • h. Organize and plan work.
   • i. Work effectively and without intensive supervision both independently and as a member of a multidisciplinary team.
5. 5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of all Compass Connections policies and procedures.

English (United States) If you like to work with people that believe they can make a difference in the world, this is the company for you!

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination. Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

EEO Statement

In accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other applicable federal and state laws (e.g., the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is our policy to provide equal employment opportunity and treat all employees equally regardless of race, religion, national origin, color, sex, or any other classification made unlawful or prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws, such as age, citizenship status, veteran or military status, or disability. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.

#LI-Other #LI-Entry Level #LI-Full-time Guided by care and compassion, Compass Connections has been impacting and meeting the needs of the community’s most vulnerable children and families through residential care, community-based support, foster care, and adoption services. Leveraging more than a century of collective child welfare experience, Compass Connections, a Texas based non-profit organization, is a national leader in connecting, strengthening, and transforming families from around the globe.