Facilities Technician

at Nexus Indian Oaks Family Healing in Manteno, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Nexus-Indian Oaks is looking to add an outstanding Facilities Technician to our team. Come join an organization with a real purpose!
Nexus-Indian Oaks is located 50 miles south of Chicago in the small, rural community of Manteno, Illinois. We offer a unique homelike setting, where boys and girls ages 12 to 21 live, eat, exercise, and go to school on campus. Helping youth face difficult challenges isn't easy - but for most of us, it's the most satisfying work we've ever done.
If you have a passion for changing lives and inspiring hope, please apply!
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Maintain physical plant and grounds
Inspect building structure for safety problems and notify supervisor of results of inspections.
Mow lawns, cut shrubbery, rake leaves, shovel snow, and perform landscaping duties.
Complete work orders and related reports and submit to supervisor.
If necessary, secure the building and storage areas at the end of each working day.
Maintain furniture and equipment
Move furniture and furnishing and notify supervisor regarding needed repairs and/or other facility problems.
Perform furniture repair and refinishing when appropriate.
Maintain on-site storage areas.
Maintain facility vehicles.
Assist in construction and/or repair projects for the physical plant
Under supervision, assist in projects that may involve painting, carpet, or linoleum installation.
Assist in repairing heating system, broken faucets/sinks, heating and water chiller, and AC systems as assigned.
Identify problems in the emergency power and generator systems and in the fire alarm systems through routine
inspection, report findings to supervisor.
Troubleshoot equipment to assess problem and recommend plan of action.

Safety, Compliance & Policy & Procedure
Remains current on all fire, safety and maintenance codes for the facility; adheres to department procedures and
policies; remains current on all required training and certifications.
Exhibits a spirit of cooperation among coworkers and complies with all home office and agency policies and
procedures: displays ethical conduct, professionalism and maintains healthy boundaries at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS
High School diploma or GED required
2 years related work experience in building maintenance, construction or an additional trade required
Must possess proven skills in at least 2 of the following areas: plumbing, woodworking, general electrical, vehicle
maintenance or landscaping
Must have the ability to meet Life Safety codes
Valid driver's license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Home Office driving requirements
Nice to Have:
3+ years' experience with building maintenance, construction or additional trade
Physical Demands:
Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted and up to 125+ pounds with assistance
Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours)
Must be able to climb ladders, work at tall heights and crawl in tight spaces
Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily maintenance activities as
required above
Work Environment:
Must be able to spend time operating and driving a vehicle
Excellent sensory skills are important (sight, hearing and speech) as well as the ability to communicate effectively
This role routinely uses a vehicle, standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones
Schedule and Pay:
Full-time, on-site opportunity
Pay Rate: $20.17 per hour
ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:
Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches
Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern
Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly
Responsiveness: Being quick, positive and accurate
Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards
Nexus' Comprehensive Benefits Include:
Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
Multiple options for health insurance coverage
No-cost life insurance
Short/long-term disability insurance
401k match
NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
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At Nexus Family Healing, we not only support diversity – we celebrate it and rely on it for the betterment of our employees, our services, and our impact on the community. We strive to provide the best quality care for our clients, their families, and the best work environment for our employees through an inclusive team culture. Nexus Family Healing is proud to be an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, familial status, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran, or disability status.