Maintenance Technician

Position Summary Person in this position will be responsible for the repair and the maintenance of WestCare facilities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

Essential Job Functions

• Maintain the facility grounds and maintain buildings in a safe and efficient operating condition.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, donated items, and a tool control system.
• Maintain, schedule, and supervise clients assigned to perform duties associated with the maintenance of the facility and grounds.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and make routine repairs.
• Diagnosis problems and provide assessments for anything that must be repaired or replaced.
• Respond to work orders daily and track maintenance progress in our internal data base.
• Transport clients outside of the facility, e.g., to perform job duties and to attend appointments.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of WestCare Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Essential Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the duties and responsibilities satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must possess knowledge of common methods, practices and materials used in maintenance and repair work of buildings and building facilities.
• Must be familiar with the various tools used in building maintenance and repair work and their proper employment and care.
• Strong knowledge of residential and/or commercial HVAC systems, electrical circuits, controls, and safety standards
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be sensitive to populations served.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain clearance from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain WestCares vehicle insurance is required; and
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• During your tenure with WestCare there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that WestCare may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

• Two (2) years experiences in general semi-skilled maintenance and repair work, or as a building maintenance or construction trades worker.
• Experience working with individuals and groups in a confined setting is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

Licensure/Certification

• Not applicable for this position

Working Conditions

• Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment facility.
• Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

Physical Demands

• Tasks that involve no exposure to human blood, body fluids, or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks
• Occasional lifting of more than 25 pounds.
• Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients; and
• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position.