Maintenance Worker Job at SAFER FOUNDATION in Chicago

The Safer Foundation is a social service provider to individuals with arrest and conviction records. Through a full range of services, including case management, educational instruction and advocacy, we focus on preparing individuals for the world of work by helping them find and keep productive and meaningful employment.

General Summary:

Reporting to the ATC Property Manager the Maintenance Worker is responsible for the total maintenance and upkeep of Safer Foundation’s Adult Transition Centers (ATCs) in order to be presentable and safe for residents, staff, and visitors alike. The Maintenance Worker will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. The ATCs must be maintained audit-ready at all times in order to be always prepared for inspections.

Performance Results Description

The Position is properly performed when all essential duties and responsibilities are executed by following the Safer Values.

Exceeding Expectations, Communication and Collaboration, Integrity and Evidence Based Innovation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Stakeholder Interface and Service

• Painting premises including preparing walls, making any spot repairs that may be necessary prior to applying paint to walls and surroundings
• Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning (HVAC) including making repairs to ensure HVAC performs at its maximum efficiency
• Plumbing including repairing pipes, leaks, and replacing sinks, faucets, commodes to ensure restrooms and kitchen and any other areas where there is water works at it is utmost efficiency. Leaks must be repaired immediately in order to save water and reduce water bills
• Electrical wiring, light switches, bulbs, etc. are inspected so as to not cause any shorts or hazardous and unsafe conditions.
• Carpentry repairs and job orders are completed within timelines that provide a welcoming environment to those that live, work, and visit.

Stakeholder Outreach and Recruitment

• Maintains property and surrounding areas (such as parking lots, sidewalks and alleys are free of debris at all times. 

Tracking, Document, and Reporting

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong communication skills (written, oral, interpersonal including reading comprehension)
• Great customer service ability in order to work with both internal and external audiences

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma/GED
• 2 years’ successful experience in facilities maintenance required

Physical Requirements:

• Walk and climb stairs
• Stand for long periods of time
• Lift 50 lbs.
• Climb ladders and work at high altitudes
• Maintain composure under pressure
• Come in at odd hours should there be emergencies

Licenses and or Certifications:

• N/A

Safer Foundation is a drug-free workplace.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action/Minorities/Females/Veterans

www.saferfoundation.org

No Phone Calls Please