Maintenance Worker

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Maintenance Supervisor or the Assistant Maintenance Supervisor, performs a variety of maintenance functions including, but not limited to, floor care, minor repairs and other work of a semi-skilled nature.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Reliable, prompt attendance.
• Responsible for cleaning assigned areas which include floor care, vacuuming, dusting, mopping, straightening, emptying garbage, sanitizing, etc.
• Responsible for floor and carpet cleaning and maintenance, furniture cleaning and maintenance, utilizing supplies and equipment in skillful, efficient manner.
• Replaces light bulbs, clean vents, fills towel and tissue dispensers, etc.
• Performs a variety of tasks as assigned which may require the manual use of tools.
• Keeps facility walkways in safe, useful condition, plowing, shoveling, and applying de-icers as needed.
• Helps load/unload furniture, supplies, and equipment as needed. Assists in special maintenance projects as assigned by supervisor.
• Organizes and correctly utilizes all cleaning and maintenance supplies.
• Monitors product and equipment use. Reports inventory and any changes to supervisor.
• Maintains work area in clean, orderly fashion.
• Functions in cooperative, courteous manner with other departments at all times; all concerns are to be brought to the attention of the supervisor.
• Responds to staffing re-adjustments and adapts to varying assignments.
• Will be on weekend/after hours coverage as needed and/or assigned.
• In compliance with Milestone, Inc.'s philosophy and policies regarding Human Rights, immediately intervenes in behalf of the individual(s) served and reports to the appropriate agency (OIG, DCFS, IDPH) and/or supervisor.
• Performs other duties as assigned or directed.
• Handles seasonal needs in grounds care and maintenance, including mowing, trimming, weeding and watering if required. Can operate, clean, and assist in maintenance of equipment.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum age of 18 years old.
• Minimum of six months housekeeping/light maintenance experience.
• Valid driver's license/good driving record when specified.
• No weight restrictions.

Salary : $18 - $19