Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Position Summary

Responsible for the day-to-day operation of the physical facility for a therapeutic school. Performs general maintenance duties to protect and preserve buildings, equipment, and furnishings. Prepares facility for the arrival of staff, ensures proper functioning of building equipment, notifies supervisor of maintenance issues, and assists with basic repairs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Valid Ohio driver's license (and ability to meet driver-eligibility standards to operate an agency-owned vehicle).
• Three to five years' experience in general maintenance or facilities support, preferably in a school or behavioral health setting
• General industry knowledge required, including HVAC, plumbing and electrical
• Valid OSHA 10-hour General Industry Safety and Health Card or ability to obtain within probationary period
• Basic computer skills, including ability to utilize Microsoft Outlook and navigate websites
• Ability to work professionally, effectively, and collaboratively with others
• Self-starter. Comfortable working independently.

Essential Functions

Primary Responsibilities

• Responsible for general maintenance support for a designated building. Maintains a clean and efficient work environment; performs regular walk-throughs to ensure properly maintained facility and equipment; when directed, serves as an on-site liaison with outside vendors regarding building and maintenance issues.
• Prepares building for arrival of staff by turning on lights, replacing light bulbs, adjusting heating/cooling, clearing snow, salting walks and otherwise maintaining clear routes for emergency egress.
• Keeps supervisor informed of emerging issues. Reports problems/unsafe conditions.
• Assists with the pick-up, receipt and delivery of equipment, materials and other supplies as directed. Anticipates and replenishes consumable supplies as needed.
• Reads/complies with Safety Data Sheets (SDS) information. Ensures that supplies are stored properly. Participates in occupational safety/health training as directed.
• Follows approved health/safety guidelines to clean up injuries involving chemicals, solvents, blood, body fluids and/or body tissues. Reports personal injuries to a supervisor.
• Provides for the regular and orderly removal of trash. Removes debris on floors and grounds throughout the day.
• Responsible for the general set-up of meeting facilities and office relocations. Moves and arranges furnishings.
• Spot cleans carpets and other areas as needed.
• Responds to emergency situations regarding facility. Corrects defects/makes temporary repairs necessary (e.g., painting, drywall/plaster, glass replacement, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC) until another maintenance professional can address.
• Properly completes documentation (e.g., walkthrough checklists) as requested.
• Ensures vehicles are properly serviced and are in good working order (e.g., tires inflated).
• Assists with safety drills and other compliance-related activities.
• Routinely inspects the exterior of the facility and grounds to ensure proper maintenance.

Expectations, Skills and Abilities

• Align practice and work with agency mission, vision and values.
• Participate (and pass requirements where applicable) in all required trainings
• Knowledge of and adherence to PEP Policies and Procedures.
• Ability to prioritize requests for assistance. Respond quickly and effectively to high priority situations.
• Punctual with consistent attendance practices. Good time management.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to balance, bend, climb, crouch, kneel, reach, push, stoop, stand and sit
• Ability to lift and carry a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Ability to operate and ride in a vehicle
• Ability to use heavy equipment, including but not limited to: power scrubbers, shampooers, power tools, hand tools, plumbing and electrical equipment
• Ability to use a computer and keyboard (hand-eye coordination and repetitive movements related to keyboarding)

Work Environment

• Risk of exposure to various cleaning chemicals and combustible materials
• Risk of exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue
• Risk of exposure to hostile or aggressive behavior by clients and/or family members
• Risk of exposure to communicable disease (e.g., colds, flu, mumps, measles, chicken pox)
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes
• Performing tasks that require strenuous physical exertion
• Working at various heights, in confined spaces and in variable/diminished lighting
• Traveling to various local sites, possibly during inclement weather

This job description in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed. The individual will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by Positive Education Program.