Facilities Technician

Nexus Family Healing•Onamia, MN

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a Facilities Technician to help maintain the appearance, structure, and safety of the facility’s buildings, vehicles, and grounds, and to perform general facility maintenance. The role is based onsite in Onamia, Minnesota, at 407 130th Ave S, with a Monday-through-Friday schedule and a pay range of $22–$24 per hour. Nexus Family Healing provides trauma-informed, family-centered treatment for boys ages 10–19 with significant mental health issues and harmful sexual behaviors. The organization emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion and aims to provide quality care for youth and families as well as its employees. The technician maintains the physical plant and grounds, facility vehicles, furniture, equipment, and storage areas; assists with construction and repair projects; and identifies and reports safety or maintenance issues. The role requires a high school diploma or GED, at least two years of related work experience, demonstrated skills in at least two specified trades, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to meet applicable safety and driving requirements. The position also requires physical work, including lifting, extended standing and walking, climbing, and working in confined spaces.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 2 years of related work experience in building maintenance, construction, or an additional trade.
Proven skills in at least 2 of the following areas: plumbing, woodworking, general electrical, vehicle maintenance, or landscaping.
Ability to meet Life Safety codes.
Valid driver’s license.
Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements.
Must successfully pass a DHS criminal background check.
Ability to communicate effectively; strong sight, hearing, and speech skills are important.
Ability to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted and up to 125+ pounds with assistance.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of 2–4 hours.
Ability to climb ladders, work at heights, and crawl in tight spaces.
Ability to twist, bend, and stretch as needed for maintenance activities.

Nice To Haves

3 or more years of experience with building maintenance, construction, or an additional trade.

Responsibilities

Maintain the physical plant and grounds, including mowing, trimming, raking, snow removal, and landscaping.
Inspect building structures for safety problems and notify the supervisor of inspection results.
Complete work orders and related reports and submit them to the supervisor.
Secure the building and storage areas at the end of each working day when necessary.
Maintain facility vehicles and perform basic automotive maintenance, including replacing wiper blades, repairing or replacing tires, and checking fluid levels.
Check vehicles for performance and maintenance needs; track preventive maintenance due dates, ensure routine services are completed, and record repairs.
Monitor vehicle storage and coordinate vehicle cleaning.
Move furniture and furnishings, report needed repairs or other facility problems, and perform furniture repair and refinishing when appropriate.
Maintain on-site storage areas.
Assist with construction and repair projects, including painting and carpet or linoleum installation, under supervision.
Assist with repairs to heating systems, faucets and sinks, heating and water chillers, and air-conditioning systems as assigned.
Inspect emergency power and generator systems and fire alarm systems, identify problems, and report findings to the supervisor.
Troubleshoot equipment, assess problems, and recommend a course of action.
Remain current on facility fire, safety, and maintenance codes and required training and certifications; follow department, home office, and agency procedures and policies.
Demonstrate cooperation, ethical conduct, professionalism, and healthy boundaries.
Operate and drive a vehicle as required.