Maintenance

Job Description

Job Description

At Ability Plus , our mission is Enabling Lives & Dreams... Ability Plus offers a community-inclusive home environment to individuals with intellectual disabilities. Ability Plus is seeking people who are enthusiastic, caring, capable and want to make a positive difference for residents and care recipients. We offer a supportive team environment and career development opportunities.

Maintenance plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for the individuals served and team members at Ability Plus, Inc (API). This position is responsible for performing a variety of skilled and semi-skilled maintenance duties, including preventative maintenance, general repairs, and minor renovations. The ideal candidate will be a proactive problem-solver, highly organized, and possess a strong commitment to the well-being of our residents.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• To be at work on a timely manner.
• Work as a team to complete the overall goal determined.
• Respond to repair request quickly and in a professional manner.
• To follow direction as given. Review work orders or projects at hand and prioritize work flow.
• Repair or replace many items found in facilities as such; lights, minor electrical, walls, paint, windows, doors, flooring, plumbing, etc.
• Does touch-up painting and repaints rooms as required.
• Assists with loading or unloading trucks and moving furniture when needed.
• Maintains tools and maintenance equipment in working order and keeps maintenance room in neat condition.
• Perform preventive maintenance in facilities as needed and required.
• Schedule repairs associated with any work needing to be done on vehicles or facilities as needed.
• Be responsive to work orders or direction leadership has presented.
• Being on-call/ rotating with other maintenance team members.
• Skills may include, drywall work, electrical, HVAC, paint, flooring, windows and other related skills.
• Adhere to API safety policies to maintain a safe work environment.
• Other duties may be assigned.

EDUCATION/BACKGROUND/EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma or GED and one (1) year maintenance experience, or any equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Valid U.S. driver's license and acceptable driving record as determined by Ability Plus' insurance carrier.
• Proof of Auto Insurance Coverage
• SSN

NECESSARY SKILLS/ATTRIBUTES

• High degree of professionalism
• Proficient in typical maintenance skills and Reliable
• Knowledge of trades related to building and automotive maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance, procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of machinery, equipment, and tools necessary for the maintenance and repair of property of API .
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Skill in reading and following blueprints and assembly instructions.
• Skills in following safety practices and recognizing hazards.
• Skill in using hand and power tools.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff of API.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work may require ongoing weekend and evening work.
• Work will require frequent local driving.
• Work requires ongoing interaction with intellectually disabled clients.
• Work can require frequent walking, standing, bending and lifting.