Maintenance Repairer

Evergreen Life Services • Bossier, LA

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About The Position

Our mission is to serve, provide for, and champion individuals with disabilities. Evergreen Life Services (ELS) is a charitable, non-profit organization that provides a full range of professional services to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Founded in the 1950s, today we are proud to serve more than 1,100 individuals with disabilities in 8 states. Working at Evergreen Life Services isn’t just a job; it’s a rewarding career. Whether you provide direct care in our adult day care or in a group home, or you serve in a support or corporate office role, you will be an important part of the Evergreen team. If you are looking for a place where you can make a difference, at Evergreen Life Services you will change lives. Every employee is a valuable part of the team because, at Evergreen, everyone matters. Evergreen Life Services Job Description Position Description: Maintenance Repairer Reports To: Executive Administrator Created: November 29, 2013 Revised: May 15, 2014 Job Summary This position is responsible for general repairs and maintenance of facilities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• At least 6 months relevant experience.
• Working knowledge of computer for general data entry.
• May be required to attend seminar or job-related training courses
• Must have understanding, patience and tact in dealing with individual(s) served, their families or advocates and other agencies involved in providing supports for individual(s) served
• Must have the ability to maintain good working relationships with Evergreen staff and with contacts from other agencies or entities
• Must be able to prioritize work tasks
• Must be able to work without close personal supervision
• Must have a good driving record which meets the minimum requirements for Evergreen and reliable transportation.
• Must pass drug screen and criminal background check.
• Must be able to work some evenings when required.

Responsibilities

• Make general repairs to buildings, interiors, exteriors, furniture, fixtures, air conditioning/heating systems, and other mechanical and related fields such as plumbing, carpentry, and electrical; paints buildings, interiors, exteriors, furniture, etc.
• Make limited repairs to appliances, replace parts, and make adjustments.
• Move furniture and other items as required from one location to another.
• Perform monthly inspections and preventive maintenance on assigned company vehicles and ensure maintenance and inspections done routinely and as required.
• Complete necessary maintenance documentation and maintain accurate records as required.
• Maintain outside lawn and landscape areas as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees