General Maintenance Tech - Jackson, MS

Founded in 1912 as an adoption agency, Canopy Children's Solutions is Mississippi’s most comprehensive nonprofit provider of children’s behavioral health, educational, and social service solutions. Canopy employs a diverse group of mission-driven individuals committed to honoring the voice of Mississippi children and families. Being an integral part of the Canopy team involves committing to the Core Values that drive our organization forward:

• The voice of our children and families always comes first
• Relationships matter and our differences make us stronger
• We take great joy in service to others
• Our families and our communities deserve our very best

Canopy has been designated a Great Place to Work® for the fourth consecutive year, and is one of only eight companies in Mississippi to qualify for this certification in 2023-2024. Canopy’s employees are charged with building a healthy work culture within their teams, that focus on trust, and the collective goal of helping kids thrive and families to overcome extraordinary challenges.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible full-time employees. Benefits include, but are not limited to:

• Competitive Compensation
• 403b Retirement Plan with Match
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• PTO/Vacation
• Employee Wellness Program and Counseling Services

General Maintenance Tech Overview:

• Under general supervision, performs a variety of maintenance, modification and repair activities in assigned maintenance operations areas, including HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and painting.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform general maintenance duties as directed by Maintenance Manager to include, but not limited to: HVAC troubleshooting and repair, electrical troubleshooting and repair, facilities repair, minor construction, carpentry, sheetrock work, painting, moving, equipment maintenance/upkeep and repair, facilities and equipment inspections, grounds upkeep (not performed by landscaping crew), and general maintenance.
• Requisition tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Make periodic inspections of facilities and vehicles to identify any needed repairs or corrections to meet safety and operational standards and to ensure compliance with regulating body standards (i.e. JCAHO, DOE, DOH, DHS, DMH, COA, and Medicaid)
• Respond to requests for repair or relocation of equipment and furniture from Maintenance Manager.
• Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase safety, efficiency, and productivity.
• Investigate and resolve work problems, or assist coworkers in solving work problems.
• Maintain time and production records.
• Responsible for sensitivity and responsiveness to cultural/socioeconomic differences in the organization/program service population.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities related to Environment of Care.
• Be on call as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma with minimum of two years of maintenance experience required.
• Combination of education and experience will be considered.
• Experience in HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and Painting preferred.
• Must have valid Mississippi driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)