Maintenance Technician

OVERVIEW

Fresno - 2772 W Martin Luther King - Fresno, CA 93706

Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: High School

Travel Percentage: Up to 25%

Category: Facilities

Person in this position will be responsible for the repair and the maintenance of West Care facilities. Essential Job Functions include those listed below.

• Maintain the facility grounds and maintain buildings in a safe and efficient operating condition.
• Maintain an inventory of supplies, donated items, and a tool control system.
• Maintain, schedule, and supervise clients assigned to perform duties associated with the maintenance of the facility and grounds.
• Respond to maintenance emergencies and make routine repairs.
• Diagnosis problems and provide assessments for anything that must be repaired or replaced.
• Respond to work orders daily and track maintenance progress in our internal data base.
• Transport clients outside of the facility, e.g., to perform job duties and to attend appointments.
• Must Embrace and embody the mission, vision, guiding principles, clinical vision, and goals of West Care Foundation; and
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

• Electrical Knowledge Preferred.
• Must possess knowledge of common methods, practices and materials used in maintenance and repair work of buildings and building facilities.
• Must be familiar with the various tools used in building maintenance and repair work and their proper employment and care.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• Adherence to the highest standard of ethical conduct, especially to standards governing confidentiality.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Must be culturally/linguistically sensitive to populations served.
• Must be able to successfully obtain and maintain clearance from the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation (CDCR).
• Valid drivers license and ability to obtain and maintain West Cares vehicle insurance is required; and
• CPR Certification, First Aid Certification, and an annual Tuberculosis test.
• As mandated by Presidential Order all employees of West Care Foundation, Inc. and all affiliates of West Care Foundation, Inc. will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 effective 11/1/2021. Employees that have requested a Medical or Religious Exemption, which has been approved by Human Resources will be required to test for the virus weekly.
• During your tenure with West Care there may be new requirements, including, but not limited to vaccinations that are issued by local, State, Federal, and/or Funders that West Care may have to comply with. Should this occur Human Resources or appropriate personnel will inform you.

• Two (2) years experiences in general semi-skilled maintenance and repair work, or as a building maintenance or construction trades worker.
• Experience working with individuals and groups in a confined setting is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

• Not applicable for this position

• Work is primarily performed in a residential treatment facility.
• Transportation of clients in company vehicle; and
• Some outdoor activities may be required.

• Tasks that involve no exposure to human blood, body fluids, or tissues but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues, BUT exposure or potential exposure may be required as a condition of employment. Appropriate personal protective equipment will be readily available to every employee engaged in Category II tasks
• Occasional lifting of more than 25 pounds.
• Occasional risk of intensive physical activity with clients; and
• Sitting, standing, walking, reaching are performed in the normal course of the position.