Facilities Maintenance Specialist I

Connections Health Solutions is a leading provider of immediate-access behavioral health crisis care. Our team combines medical and recovery-oriented treatment to stabilize individuals in crisis and connect them to community-based resources for ongoing recovery.

Founded by emergency room psychiatrists Dr. Chris Carson and Dr. Robert Williamson, our model is physician-led and data-driven, drawing upon more than 15 years of crisis care expertise. Recognized by SAMHSA and the National Council for Mental Wellbeing as a national best practice, we’ve delivered invaluable treatment to hundreds of thousands of individuals facing crises. Our commitment remains consistent, to improve access, inspire hope, and provide the right support.

Our values shape our decisions, define our culture, and foster continuous learning and growth.

We accept people as they are, creating safe spaces where they feel valued and respected. We inspire hope by walking with people side-by-side, showing them grace and compassion. We act with intention, holding ourselves and each other accountable, and doing the right thing. We work as one team, trusting and supporting each other. We embrace change and innovation, striving to find better ways to fulfill our mission.

We are on a mission to change the face of behavioral health. Help us save lives and make a difference.

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist I performs highly skilled maintenance and handyman tasks to care for and maintain the company hospital and clinic buildings and grounds. This position uses their knowledge of power and manual tools needed to perform tasks in categories such as carpentry, plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting and mechanical equipment, etc. to ensure the buildings are in pristine condition.

• Performs routine maintenance on a rotational basis to keep equipment and facility running smoothly.
• Responds to repair and maintenance tickets submitted by internal departments.
• Operates power and manual tools for cutting, fitting, and assembling.
• Orders medical supplies and reports on inventory status.
• Receives and delivers supplies throughout the facility.
• Effectively troubleshoots electrical, mechanical, and process issues in an independent manner.
• Coordinates with external suppliers or contractors for outsourced repairs and completes follows-up on problem resolution.
• Responsible for the supervision of the food services vendor including performance, delivery timelines, and any quality related concerns.
• Reports any Environment of Care concerns via ticketing system for documentation by the Safety Committee.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

This position requires you to be available to service our other facilities within the area including Woodbridge and Chantilly, VA.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• 3 years of relevant work experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of building and mechanical equipment
• Working knowledge of:
  Drywall repair, painting, minor plumbing and electrical repairs, shipping and receiving, and door hardware
• The Company has a mandatory vaccination policy. All successful applicants must be fully vaccinated, including showing proper documentation, or otherwise be exempt pursuant to the Company’s exemption process prior to their start date as a condition of employment
• State of Virginia Fingerprint Clearance
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Behavioral Health & Developmental Services (VA DBHDS) background check
• Must be able to pass Virginia Department of Social Services (VA DSS) Office of Background Investigations - Central Registry Search

• Previous healthcare facility experience
• 2 years of experience performing tasks requiring mechanical aptitude
• Knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, and tools used in the maintenance of doors, and machinery such as meters, and valves
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions involved in the use of mechanical equipment

• Employees (and their families) are offered comprehensive health insurance, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity
• CHS pays for…