Maintenance Technician - Galax

Harboroaks; Galax (VA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

HSA/FSA

Life & AD&D

Disability

401(k) with match

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Life Center of Galax is seeking a maintenance-focused individual to perform routine and specific maintenance services, including grounds work, to support recovery services. The role offers competitive hourly pay and a broad benefits package, with a negotiable hourly rate based on experience and education.

Responsibilities include general facility maintenance, emergency back-up support, safe operation of tools, and preventive maintenance inspections of plumbing, power systems, and fire safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in maintenance or facility operations.
• Knowledge of standard practices, procedures and tools in general building/maintenance trades.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair to facility and equipment with plumbing, carpentry, painting and mechanical repair.
• Act as back-up for call person in case of emergency, respond timely and appropriately.
• Handle equipment safely and demonstrate knowledge of tools and their safe use.
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and complete reports as requested.
• Inspect and maintain emergency power equipment, generator weekly, and fire alarm system and extinguishers.
• Inspect and maintain plumbing systems, faucets, toilets, urinals, drains, and fixtures; repair furniture as needed.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

At Life Center of Galax we specialize in helping individuals find purpose and develop the skills necessary to actualize long-term recovery from substance use disorders. We are looking for individuals who desire the opportunity to help save lives while feeling challenged and professionally enriched on a daily basis.

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Perform routine and specific maintenance services which may include grounds work.

Hourly rate is negotiable depending on years of experience, education, and other factors. The general hourly pay range for this role is $14-$17.87.

We offer a full suite of benefits ranging from:

• Competitive hourly rates


• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance


• Paid Holidays


• Paid Time Off


• HSA & FSA


• Company Paid Basic Life & AD&D


• Disability


• 401(k) Retirement Plan - with company match


• Employee Assistance Program/Employee Discount Program

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Perform general maintenance and repair to facility and equipment which may involve plumbing, carpentry, painting and mechanical equipment repair or similar.


• Act as back-up for call person in case of emergency, respond timely and appropriately.


• Handle all equipment in a safe manner to prevent accidents and demonstrate good working knowledge of tools and their safe use.


• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools in a safe and effective manner.


• Follow preventive maintenance schedule / instruction and complete reports, as requested.


• Inspect and maintain emergency power equipment, test/start generator once a week and maintain equipment; inspect and maintain fire alarm system to include testing system, fire doors, audible alarms, visible alarms(lights) and smoke detectors and record data on appropriate forms as required by state or facility; check condition and readiness of extinguishers monthly; inspect and maintain lighting system throughout facility.


• Inspect and maintain plumbing system, replace or repair faucets, toilet stools, urinals, traps, drains, basins and bathtubs, as needed; repair or refinishe furniture in rooms, offices and dining room as needed.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

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Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent


• Experience in maintenance or facility operations required.


• Knowledge of standard practices, procedures and tools in the general building/maintenance trades preferred.

We are committed toprovidingequalemploymentopportunitiestoall applicantsforemploymentregardlessofanindividual'scharacteristicsprotected byapplicable state,federalandlocallaws.

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