Overview
The Maintenance Helper maintains and repairs physical structures of buildings and maintains grounds.
Why work at Shepherd of the Valley?
Shepherd of the Valley (SOV) offers a wide range of benefits as part of you total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing with SOV retirement options; enjoy generous paid holidays and time off; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. Here are some highlights of our compensation plan.
- Annual Performance Reviews
- Insurance - Medical, dental, eye and prescription drug coverage are available to eligible employees. SOV offers a fully paid $10,000 life insurance benefit.
- Flexible Spending Plan - SOV offers a flexible spending account that allows you to pay certain medical expenses as well as child care on a pre-tax basis.
- Paid Time Off - SOV employees begin accumulating paid time off (PTO) hours immediately.
- Paid Holidays - SOV recognizes 7 paid holidays; those who work a holiday are paid double time. In the third year of service all employees are paid for their birthday and choice of floating holiday.
- Retirement - Employees are eligible to participate in SOV''s 403(b) tax deferred annuity from their first day.
- Education Support - SOV''s Professional Development Scholarship awards $1,000 each year to employees pursuing further education in their field including free STNA classes.
- Student Loan Forgiveness up to $2500 paid out over 4 years.
- Partnership with Ohio University - SOV employees are eligible for a 5% discount for undergraduate programs, and 10% for graduate programs.
- Additional Perks and Bonuses - SOV employees are eligible for discounts at local businesses. Employees of the month are recognized with a bonus. Recruitment bonuses for staff and residents are awarded. After 2 years, employees receive an ongoing longevity bonus.
Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it''s a calling.
Maintenance Helper Job Duties
- Receives written work orders or verbal instructions from supervisor.
- Cuts grass and trims weeds on organization''s property.
- Cleans internal areas of buildings, including buffing, dusting, sweeping and mopping.
- Washes windows.
- Empties trash cans and consolidates trash for weekly pickup.
- Paints interior and exterior walls and trim.
- Operates snow removal equipment to maintain parking lots and sidewalks.
- Assists other departments with moving furniture and unloading and storing supplies.
- Helps to maintain and repair buildings, plumbing, and electrical systems including replacing worn, defective parts such as switches and fuses.
- Maintain the confidentiality of all resident, staff and organization information.
Maintenance Helper Requirements
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and training.
- Must have a valid driver''s license with a good driving record.
As a Shepherd employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. we offer full medical, dental and vision coverage as well as paid holidays (for those who qualify). We also offer a retirement plan and flexible spending accounts. Our employees also enjoy discounts at local businesses, direct deposit, annual increases and free CPR/First Aide certification.
Candidates will also be required to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screen.