Maintenance Mechanic

• Horizon House, Inc. is a nationally recognized provider of services to adults with support needs due to developmental disabilities, behavioral health issues, and substance abuse. Horizon House is Pennsylvania’s oldest psychiatric rehabilitation agency. Since 1952, we have been dedicated to helping people with mental illness, drug and alcohol addictions, developmental/intellectual disabilities, and homelessness to stabilize their lives and to help them live as independently as possible in the community. With over 100 locations throughout South and North Eastern Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware, Horizon House provides services to a diverse population focusing on individual strength and choice.  Currently, we are seeking a full-time Maintenance Mechanic to work in our Real Estate Division who has experience in the field and will be able to assist us with keeping our properties in good condition. 

Some duties include:

• To provide routine ongoing, preventive, and major maintenance for properties operated by Horizon House.
• To provide a safe and secure environment through ongoing renovations, improvements, and maintenance of all interior and exterior areas.
• To maintain a clean and pleasant environment through routine cleaning and painting as needed.

A successful applicant will have the following:

• High School diploma or GED equivalent and a minimum of 5 years related experience as a general maintenance mechanic in commercial buildings and/or home maintenance and repair with an emphasis on plumbing, HVAC, and electrical skills including troubleshooting, repair, and installation; or any combination of experience, education, or training that would provide the level of knowledge, skill, and ability required.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read and interpret work order requests.
• Good communication skills, both oral and written.
• Must own or have access to an extensive tool crib daily.
• Possess a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record and own or have access to a van, truck, or utility vehicle daily.
• Knowledgeable of building codes and regulations.
• Familiar with interpreting sketches, shop drawings, blueprints, and manufacturer's specifications. 
• Requires lifting, carrying, climbing, loading, bending, testing, kneeling, and tightening associated with routine facility maintenance and use of corresponding tools regularly, for long periods.
• Ability to lift equipment, fixtures, and/or materials up to 80 lbs.
• Routinely exposed to inclement weather conditions. May be exposed to harsh chemicals or odors.
• Must be available for scheduled emergency on-call service and will be required to carry a cell phone during regularly scheduled working hours and scheduled emergency on-call service.
• Tolerance of multi-story heights.
• Possess a valid Driver's License and a clean driving record. Must own or have daily access to a van, truck, or utility vehicle. 

Scope:

• Requires bending, carrying, climbing, lifting, loading, testing, and tightening associated with routine building maintenance, construction the use of corresponding tools.
• Lifting and/or carrying, not to exceed 80 lbs.
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and tolerate multi-story heights.
• Required to carry an Agency cell phone and/or pager and be available to respond to emergencies.
• May be expressed to harsh chemicals and/or odors.
  
  

Horizon House offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package including medical & dental, (9) nine paid holidays, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan, voluntary tax-sheltered annuity, a transit benefit program, opportunities for advancement, and more.

You must apply on our website to be considered an applicant.

Horizon House, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer • M/F/Veteran/ Disability/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity