Maintenance Worker - Brunswick

Sweetser; Saco (ME); On-site; USD 25,003 - 35,610; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training and development opportunities

Competitive salary

Health benefits

Job summary

Sweetser is seeking a Maintenance Worker in Saco, Maine. This full-time position offers a great opportunity to start a career in Facilities or Maintenance, including full training and support. Ideal candidates will have a High School Diploma and a valid State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities include maintaining building systems, performing repairs, and keeping the grounds tidy. Sweetser values those with lived experience in Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and write.
• Proven record-keeping skills.
• Proven aptitude and competence in maintenance-related areas.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair, and service heating, ventilating and air-conditioning equipment.
• Maintain lighting by installing and repairing wiring and fixtures.
• Perform scheduled inspections of alarm and fire protection devices.

Skills

Record-keeping skills

Carpentry

Painting

Minor electrical and plumbing repairs

Mechanics

Grounds care

Ability to operate equipment

Flexible schedule

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Truck-mounted snowplows

Riding lawn mowers

Front-end loaders

Job description

Becoming part of the Sweetser family means you can make a difference in the lives of Maine children, adults, and families every day. As a nationally recognized and accredited leader, we offer competitive salaries, a wide range of benefits and the opportunity to join a passionate team of more than 700 employees.

Position

Maintenance Worker - Brunswick

Location

Saco 04072

Department

Other

Employment Status

Full Time

Summary

Are you looking to start your career in Facilities or Maintenance? Sweetser has a terrific opportunity for someone hoping to gain more experience in this field! Full training, minimal experience necessary. We will provide on‑going training, development and opportunities!

Compensation

$22.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Maintains building climate by the routine installing, repairing and servicing of heating, ventilating and air‑conditioning equipment.
• Maintains lighting by installing and repairing wiring and fixtures under the direct supervision of a licensed electrician.
• Maintains building internally and externally by preparing surfaces for application of paint or stain; applying paint or stain using brushes or rollers or other means; cleaning up spilled paint or stain; cleaning and maintaining paint equipment; and properly storing or disposing of excess paint or stain.
• Keeps equipment, including organization vehicles, systems and building ready for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules, following policies and procedures, and reporting needed changes.
• Performs scheduled inspections of alarm and fire protection devices.
• Maintains system for conveying liquids and liquid waste by installing and repairing plumbing apparatus.
• Creates a conducive environment for organization events by making available required chairs, tables and special equipment at designated event sites and returning chairs, tables and special equipment to their original state at the event’s completion.
• Maintains building accessibility and safety by plowing snow from driveways and parking lots and removing snow and ice from walkways, steps and doors using a snow blower.
• Maintains grounds appearance by mowing lawns, trimming bushes, and removing leaves, fallen branches and other debris.
• Maintains continuity between shifts by documenting maintenance actions and noting system or equipment irregularities requiring continued monitoring.
• Maintains parts and equipment inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed parts and equipment; placing and expediting orders for parts and equipment; and verifying receipt of parts and equipment.
• Constructs, repairs and installs structures or fixtures by marking, cutting and assembly lines on materials; shaping materials to measurements; assembling and fastening cut and shaped materials; using carpenter’s hand tools, power tools and woodworking machinery.
• Maintains equipment by installing and repairing associated and backup equipment and systems.
• Assists the Maintenance Supervisor by providing input regarding employee problems and job performance.
• Provides back‑up support in the pickup and distribution of incoming mail and the preparation of outgoing mail for delivery.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid State Driver’s License.

Experience

• Proven record‑keeping skills.
• Proven aptitude and competence in maintenance‑related areas, including carpentry, painting, minor electrical and plumbing, repair, mechanics and grounds care.
• Persons with lived experience in the Mental Health and/or Substance Abuse system are encouraged to apply.

Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to operate equipment, including truck‑mounted snowplows, riding lawn mowers and front‑end loaders.
• Ability to travel between sites.
• Ability to read and write.
• Ability to use postal equipment including electronic scales and postage machines.