Maintenance Worker, South County Academy

SUMHLC; Exeter (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) seeks a Maintenance Staff member for South County Academy in Exeter, RI to keep buildings, equipment and grounds in safe, functional and clean condition. This role covers routine maintenance, minor repairs, and responding promptly to maintenance requests.

Responsibilities include preventive inspections of HVAC, boilers, plumbing, lighting and electrical systems; maintaining logs and work orders; coordinating with outside contractors; and ensuring safety

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or facilities management.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Inspect facilities regularly to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Respond to maintenance requests from staff and residents in a timely manner.
• Maintain preventive maintenance logs and inspection records.
• Coordinate with outside contractors when specialized repairs are required.

Skills

Independent

Organized

Troubleshoot repairs

Effective communication

Bilingual/ASL

Multilingual

Education

None

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: South County Academy - Exeter, RI 02822

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: None

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Job Shift: Day

FSRI is always looking for candidates that want to make a positive impact on the community!

Position Summary:

The Maintenance staff is responsible for the general maintenance, repair, and safe operation of South County Academy buildings and property. This role ensures buildings, equipment, and systems remain functional, well maintained, and clean.

Specific Duties/ Responsibilities:

Facility Maintenance:

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Assures that both the building facilities and grounds of South County Academy are clean and sanitary in accordance with agency standards
• Maintain minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC,
• Respond to maintenance requests from staff and residents in a timely manner.
• Inspect facilities regularly to identify maintenance needs or safety concerns.
• Work as part of a team to support the overall functioning of the program and ensure that all Policies and Procedures are followed
• Provides decorating and renovation services

Preventive Maintenance:

• Perform scheduled inspections of:
• HVAC systems
• Boilers and heating systems
• Plumbing fixtures
• Lighting and electrical systems
• Maintain preventive maintenance logs and inspection records.

Repairs & Troubleshooting

• Diagnose and repair issues related to:
• Electrical outlets and lighting
• Plumbing leaks and fixtures
• Doors, locks, and windows
• Appliances
• Carpentry, drywall and painting
• Furniture assembly
• Per supervisor’s request coordinate with outside contractors when specialized repairs are required.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure facilities comply with safety regulations and local building codes.
• Maintain clear walkways, exits, and emergency access points.
• Overseeing fire drills and facility specific policies
• Maintain confidentiality of client/family
• Provide sensitivity to client/family cultural, ethnic, racial and socioeconomic issues and diversity
• Serve as a positive role model to client and colleagues
• Maintains compliance with FSRI policies, including those relating to HIPAA and all state and federal agencies, including DCYF
• Participates in all meetings as required by the team, supervisors and that are necessary for the role both internally and externally
• Attend and participate in all required program and agency trainings
• Approaches all work through a trauma and diversity and inclusion lens
• Performs additional responsibilities consistent with Agency needs, defined in consultation with supervisor(s)

Grounds & Exterior Maintenance

• Assist with snow removal, mowing and landscaping, salting, and general grounds maintenance.
• Maintain exterior lighting and building access points.
• Monitor building security and report concerns.

Administrative Duties

• Manages the maintenance requests and purchasing tracking
• Maintain maintenance logs, inspection reports, and work orders.
• Track supplies, parts, and equipment inventory.
• Communicate maintenance issues and updates to supervisor and site staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance, facilities management, or a related trade.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry and painting
• Independent, organized individual who takes pride in creating an attractive environment for students and fellow staff
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair common building issues.
• Experience maintaining residential facilities or schools preferred.
• Knowledge of fire door inspections, boiler systems, or HVAC systems preferred.
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Bilingual/ASL skills are compensated by an additional 6%, above base pay.
• Multilingual skills are compensated by an additional 8%, above base pay

Physical Requirements:

• Current driver’s license, reliable transportation, registration and auto insurance
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Travel to and from community locations and office site, which could include using walkways, stairs and/or elevators
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs

Work Environment

• Combination of indoor and outdoor work.
• On-call or emergency response may be required.

Here at FSRI, we’re dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental and work life benefits. Only together can we continue to grow and make a difference in our communities. Join our FAMILY today!

Family Service of RI (FSRI) is a statewide organization with a 130 year track record of improving the health and well-being of children and families. We are passionate about our mission to advance opportunity and hope. FSRI’s diverse and inclusive teams – working across the Health, Healing, Home and Hope divisions, are experts in their fields, delivering strategies to positively impact lives. We provide services statewide, and currently operate in three locations in Providence; and four locations in East Providence, Smithfield and North Smithfield.

Family Service of Rhode Island provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

FSRI determines pay based on a candidate's relevant and transferable experience, certifications, licenses, degree and language ability.