Maintenance - Handyman & Driver

Organization Overview

Broward Children's Center (BCC) is dedicated to transforming lives by providing specialized care to children and young adults who are medically fragile and developmentally disabled. Our comprehensive services range from 24/7 skilled nursing at our pediatric care facility to developmental education programs, therapeutic support, and family-centered services like respite care, social services, and in-home health support.

With unique programs including ABA therapy, developmental preschools, K-12, Home Health and PPEC outpatient care, BCC ensures each individual receives tailored support to thrive. Our team also takes part in community events, such as our annual 5K and golf tournament, creating a vibrant, mission-driven workplace.

"With your support, Broward Children's Center (BCC) provides quality programs to infants, children, and young adults who are developmentally disabled and/or medically fragile through a continuum of services designed to meet the needs of children and their families."

If you're passionate about impactful work and a supportive team environment, BCC may be the perfect place for your career.

Position Summary

The Maintenance/Handyman and Driver plays a dual role in maintaining a safe, functional, and clean physical environment across BCC facilities while ensuring the safe transportation of the children and young adults we serve.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• 1 to 3 years of related experience in general building maintenance, trade repairs (plumbing, carpentry, electrical), and commercial or passenger driving.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance & Handyman Responsibilities (BCC North School)

• Perform routine facility maintenance, minor repairs, and preventative care (e.g., drywall repair, painting, basic plumbing, basic electrical fix-ups, door/lock repairs, and furniture assembly).
• Inspect facility premises, grounds, and equipment regularly to identify and address safety hazards, needed repairs, or maintenance needs.
• Assist in maintaining HVAC filters, lighting fixtures, plumbing systems, and facility hardware in working order.
• Respond promptly to facility work orders and emergency maintenance requests.
• Transport tools, supplies, hardware, and furniture between facilities as required.
• Maintain clean, organized work areas, tool storage, and supply inventories.
• Assist outside contractors and service technicians during facility repairs or major installations.

Driving & Transportation Responsibilities

• Transport children and young adults safely and efficiently in organizational vehicles.
• Safely secure passengers in wheelchairs and use specialized restraints during the loading/unloading process.
• Keep the interior and exterior of vehicles neat, clean, sanitized, and free of debris.
• Perform pre-trip vehicle inspections and report necessary mechanical or safety repairs (seat belts, car seats, engine lights) to the Transportation Supervisor/Facilities Supervisor.
• Attend to children as needed in emergency situations and strictly adhere to emergency safety procedures.
• Use cellular phones strictly for parental, administrative, or emergency communications while parked safely.
• Assist with loading and unloading children (does not pick up or deliver children to the door).
• Handle medical incidents during transit (e.g., seizures, vomiting) by pulling over safely, calling 911 if medical attention is required, and immediately notifying nursing/administrative leadership.
• In the event of a breakdown or accident, follow emergency protocols, contact 911, and alert the Administrator immediately.
• Maintain clear communication regarding changes in route timing (e.g., early release days).
• Complete daily vehicle logs and turn them in weekly to administration.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Technical Knowledge: Basic understanding of building systems, safety tools, hand/power tools, and basic troubleshooting for plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
• Language Skills: Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, work orders, and safety memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to clients, family members, and employees.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, distance, volume, and measurements for facility repairs and vehicle metrics.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Valid Florida Drivers License (CDL with Passenger and School Bus Endorsement)
• First Aid and CPR Certification
• HIV Course
• HIPAA Course
• Annual DOT Physical
• PPD (Tuberculosis Screening)

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers to handle tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb ladders, balance, and taste or smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 75+ pounds when moving supplies or assisting with heavy maintenance tasks. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.