Maint Worker - General

Maintenance Worker

Located on a 27-acre wooded campus, Fairmount Behavioral Health System is a peaceful, therapeutic environment for patients and families. Fairmount is a major regional resource for children, adolescents and adults who have psychiatric and behavioral problems as well as alcohol and drug dependency needs. The spacious campus borders Fairmount Park in the Roxborough section of Philadelphia. With one of the leading alcohol and drug detox and rehab programs in Philadelphia, Fairmount is the provider of choice for individuals requiring specialized co-occurring psychiatric and chemical dependency treatment.

We are currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Worker to join our team. The Maintenance Worker is responsible for the construction, repair and maintenance of building surfaces and furnishings, creating and maintaining a safe and pleasant environment for patients, employees and visitors of the Fairmount Behavioral Health System. This individual is responsible for but are not limited to:

• Complete assigned work orders (ranging from paint/spackle, electrical, plumbing, furniture repairs)
• Complete morning and afternoon trash run
• Clean up grounds daily
• Assists in removal of snow from facility grounds
• Responsible for collection of biohazard trash and sharps containers
• Assist moving and assembling furniture
• Rotate weekend shifts as well as on call during those weekends

Qualifications:

Education:

High school graduate and trade school preferred.

Experience:

Two (2) years' experience in carpentry, building, equipment, and utility maintenance.

Licensure/Certification:
Valid driver's license.

Knowledge:
Knowledge of maintenance, power and hand tools.

EEO Statement:
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