What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Worker position at Rite of Passage?
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Performs work orders consistent with the individual’s ability. Examples of work orders: general building maintenance, changing light bulbs, minor electrical repairs, repairing drywall, painting, paneling, wallpapering, sheet rock work, hanging doors, adjusting locks and door hardware, fixing or replacing broken windows and screens, hanging pictures, minor plumbing repairs, unplugging drains, replacing leaky washers, re-lighting, replacing and adjusting heaters and controls, maintaining smoke detectors and emergency lights, maintaining and installing swamp coolers/air conditioners, replacing floor tiles, carpeting and linoleum, repairing roofing, grounds maintenance/irrigation if needed, new construction, etc.
- Performs preventative maintenance on all equipment throughout the facility.
- Responds to all emergency calls on the radio.
- Performs new construction and any re-model work consistent with the individual’s ability.
- Maintains the ROP vehicle fleet if needed and directed.
- Completes required reports and documentation in a timely manner, where applicable, and provides management with required reports and advises of any problematic situations.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred but not required.
- If required to operate a company vehicle during the course of employment, must meet the requirements to be an eligible ROP driver. Must possess a current State Driver’s License and have an acceptable driving record for the past three (3) years.
- Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test.
- Ability to utilize resources available to complete assigned projects.
Rite of Passage is a leading national provider of programs and opportunities for troubled and at-risk youth from social services, welfare agencies and juvenile courts. For over 30 years, we have developed and operated a continuum of programs based on the needs of youth and our placing agencies. With our emphasis on evidence-based practices and positive skill development, combined with our supportive therapeutic approach, our organization is highly respected by industry experts as a highly effective solution for our youth. Rite of Passage has locations across the nation! We are an organization that has a long, proud history of improving the lives of youth. Since 1984, over 25,000 youth have entered and completed our programs. Rite of Passage has built its reputation on running life changing educational treatment programs that positively contribute to the community and valuing the contributions of its staff.
Our employees are dedicated, passionate individuals that are committed to inspiring positive change. Join our qualified team and become a part of something great. Becoming a member of the Rite of Passage team is more than just a job, but an opportunity to create a meaningful career within a mission driven company.
Qualifications
Behaviors
Preferred
Thought Provoking : Capable of making others think deeply on a subject
Team Player : Works well as a member of a group
Loyal : Shows firm and constant support to a cause
Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Detail Oriented : Capable of carrying out a given task with all details necessary to get the task done well
Dedicated : Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity
Motivations
Preferred
Growth Opportunities : Inspired to perform well by the chance to take on more responsibility
Self-Starter : Inspired to perform without outside help
Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
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)