Maintenance & Facilities Specialist

Devereux is seeking an experienced Maintenance Specialist that is willing to learn some trade skills and basic maintenance knowledge, HVAC, electrical, light construction, safety inspections, OSHA and hospital regulations.

You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need! As a Maintenance Specialist you will display a thorough understanding of trade skills necessary for operation within the department and Center and must be able to work independently.

• Maintains equipment and tools in proper working conditions and ensures proper storage. Ensures that time and materials are used in an efficient manner.
• Selects materials required to perform assignments. Improves and requests additional materials as appropriate.
• Completes work order documentation ensuring information is completed in a timely and accurate manner.
• Ensures that the work and shop areas are clean and organized. Remains aware of safety regulations in performing work and storage of materials.
• Performs comprehensive maintenance duties including carpentry, electrical work, lawn care, painting, patching/plastering, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and locksmith work.
• Leads the work of maintenance staff in projects related to area(s) of technical expertise.
• Under the direction of supervisor acquires proper materials, identifies needs and recommends alternative solutions.
• An annual training and certifications remain up to date and complete.

• High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age.
• Must possess current, valid driver’s license.
• Minimum of one year of experience performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair work involving carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm, locksmith, mechanics, and general trades.
• Be flexible, patient, energetic, creative, and embrace our mission of Servant Leadership.
• Have a strong passion for working with and helping children.
• Complete an extensive 2‑week training program (paid) from 8:30am to 5:30pm on our campus in Kennesaw.
• Background checks – Drug‑free workplace.
• For your protection, all maintenance personnel will be fit‑tested for the N95 mask. An N95 mask will be worn when working with children with infections. A medical evaluation will be completed, unless exempt under the standards.

Eligible employees are eligible to start benefits after 30 days of employment.

• Flexible work schedule with at least a Saturday or Sunday off.
• Working on a beautiful landscaped campus with several buildings.
• Incredible benefits package (Medical, Dental and 403(b)).
• Free meals during work schedule.
• Medical (including telemedicine via phone, web, app), dental, prescription drug, preventative care, and mental health services.
• Student loan debt assistance, tuition reimbursement and continuing education assistance.
• Generous time‑off (start accruing from day one), 403(b) retirement plan with matching benefit, and voluntary/employee‑paid supplemental life and accident coverage.
• Employee assistance / work‑life balance program.

Devereux is a drug‑free workplace, drug screening required. EOE