Maintenance Technician

Position: MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN
Hiring:
Maintenance Technician

Location:

Southern Peaks Regional Treatment Center, 700 Four Mile Parkway, Canon City, CO 81212

Salary: $18.50 per hour

Job Type: Full-time

Who We Are:

Abraxas Youth & Family Services is a national nonprofit human services provider dedicated to Building Better Futures for at-risk youth, adults, and families. Our diversified array of services includes alternative education, outpatient counseling, in-home services, shelter, detention, residential treatment and re-entry/transition services.

Since 1973, Abraxas team members have positively impacted the lives of those we serve and the communities in which they live.

Benefits & Perks:

We provide a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that offers the protection, peace of mind and flexibility designed to support you - both at home and at work.

• Medical & Dental & Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Life Assistance Program (LAP)
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
  * Paid Holidays
  * Paid Training
• Advancement Opportunities

Maintenance Technician Responsibilities:

• Perform facility maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, landscaping, etc., and janitorial work as directed to ensure the facility is maintained in proper condition.
  
  • Maintain security of all tools and cleaning supplies.
  
  • Inspect buildings and equipment for any safety violations and fire hazards; ensures compliance with local and state building and fire codes, and health and safety standards.
  
  • Respond to facility maintenance and custodial requests in a timely manner; ensure that the facility meets all safety requirements. Notify supervisor immediately of any unsafe conditions that may jeopardize the wellbeing of staff and residents.
  
  • Operate a motor vehicle to run errands to pick up necessary supplies for maintenance department, as needed, to ensure they are on hand to keep the facility running smoothly.
  
  • May be directed to conduct maintenance projects; ensure their completion and inspect the work to ensure conformance of standards.
  
  • Be available on an "on-call" basis in order to serve the needs of the program and resolve any emergency safety conditions.
  
  • Performs other duties as required / assigned.
  
  • Communicate with residents and staff in a professional manner to affirm and enhance self esteem and dignity and to maintain positive resident / staff relations.
  
  • Complete in-service training to meet the requirements for continued personal and
  professional self-development.
  
  • Maintain confidentiality obtained through job duties regarding employees, vendors, residents,
  outside agencies, etc., so that sensitive information is only given on a "need to know" basis.
  
  • Comply with Apis work rules and policies as explained in the company Employee Handbook.
• Respond positively to directives from managers and supervisors in a cooperative spirit to ensure conformance to standards.
  
  • Comply with facility safety rules; take appropriate corrective action to ensure work is performed in a safe manner and without injury to self or others.
  
  • Communicate effectively with all levels of staff in a manner that promotes a team spirit and sense of cooperation.
  
  • Ability to make repairs and adjustments to building fixtures and equipment.
  
  Minimum Requirements:
  
  • High school diploma or equivalent plus four (4) years related experience in general maintenance, including electrical systems; or a combination of education and experience as approved by the facility director.
  
  • Working knowledge of heating and cooling systems preferred.
  
  • Must have knowledge of equipment necessary for performing duties.
• Colorado unrestricted driver's license.

Why Should You Consider Abraxas?

• At Abraxas, we celebrate the richness of our diverse employees and the communities we serve. We are actively committed to building a culture of awareness and belonging, as we strive to ensure we are a welcoming, inclusive, and culturally competent organization.
• As we work to make a difference in people's lives, we are dedicated to respect, equity, and the engagement of those we serve and our employees.
• As a provider of trauma-informed care, we firmly believe…