Maintenance Specialist -Early Childhood Education(Company Vehicle Provided)

EASTER SEALS NORTH GEORGIA•Norcross, GA

96d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Director of Facilities, develops and assists in the implementation and monitoring of facility support services and activities to our centers in the metro Atlanta area. The Maintenance Specialist carries out the programs and policies authorized by the Head Start Performance Standards, Policy Council, and manages the maintenance of the facilities and transportation vehicles in a hands-on capacity under guidance of Director of Facilities. The workday is typically spent performing any needed maintenance duties at the various Easterseals locations including repairs/installation of the equipment and or systems and other physical tasks that are required. Other duties may include overseeing contractual work and completing needed documentation paperwork.

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of experience in facility maintenance or related fields.
A Technical Diploma, Associate's degree, or above in related field of study and three (3) years of experience in facility maintenance or related fields.
Must possess knowledge of facility licensure requirements and compliance procedures for a Child Development Center.
Must possess the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the assigned functions responsibly.
Must possess intermediate knowledge of Mechanical systems
Must possess intermediate knowledge of Electrical systems
Must possess intermediate knowledge of Carpentry and roofing
Must possess excellent communications skills.
Must possess knowledge of basic vehicle maintenance processes.
Must possess a valid State of Georgia Driver’s license.
Must be knowledgeable of Microsoft Office

Responsibilities

Performs general repairs and services in all maintenance related disciplines, including but not limited to light repairs, light electrical, furniture assembly or build, carpentry, and assisting in the diagnosis and repair in electrical and mechanical installations, plant and equipment.
Plumbing Repair /Maintenance - Replace commodes, replace/install faucets and sinks as needed, perform 1/2” & 3/4”electric auger for opening and maintaining drains pipes.
Maintain HVAC, filters, fans, etc.
Perform routine minor landscaping on the grounds (Perform blowing and cleaning roof and playground)
Replace ceiling tiles, minor sheet rock work, etc.
Paint and fill gaps or crevices (on walls, sidewalks etc.)
Repair and monitor equipment, appliances, and fence repair.
Supervise cleaning work performed by outsourced cleaning companies, general cleaning, window cleaning, kitchen cleaning, and report any irregularities
Available to work on emergency calls such as snow removal, flood, fire watch.
Develops, posts and maintains evacuation plans as required by the agency.
Conducts weekly, bi-weekly, or as needed center reviews with the submission of a written report containing findings to the Director of Facilities or other personnel as identified, and generates a corrective plan if warranted.
Maintains documentation of reports submitted throughout the program year.
Provide onsite assistance to Center Managers, Family Support Advocates, parents and teaching staff as it relates to facility and transportation activities.
Ensures that all vehicles and facilities are maintained safely contributing to a safe environment.
Prepare Daily schedule of work for the following day, and submit a copy to Director of Facilities
Daily prepare the accountability sheet and submit to the Director of Facilities.
Perform repairs and assembly of equipment, replacement of electrical/mechanical equipment and devices, minor painting and housekeeping and other services as required by Centers and Director of Facilities.
Perform inspection on contractor completed work and report findings to the Director of Facilities.
Perform required Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Semiannual and annual Preventive maintenance as directed by Director of Facilities.
Other duties as assigned or requested by the supervisor.