Maintenance Technician

Chileda Institute Inc.•La Crosse, WI

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Chileda is looking for a full-time, first-shift Maintenance Technician to join our team. The Maintenance Technician, reporting to the Director of Buildings and Grounds, performs general maintenance and janitorial duties, including interior and exterior building repairs and cleaning, as well as minor carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work. This role will also maintain grounds upkeep to help provide a clean and safe environment for students and staff. What We Do at Chileda: Chileda's mission is to improve the quality of life for individuals with cognitive and behavioral challenges. Chileda's goal is to help students increase their appropriate social behaviors and develop independent living skills through an enriched learning environment and individualized behavior programming. Chileda's population includes children and young adults with special needs, including Autism, Traumatic Brain Injury, Attachment Challenges, related developmental delays, and intensive behavioral needs.

Requirements

Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent
Must be at least 18 years old
Must have working knowledge of different hand and power tools
Valid driver's license with the ability to maintain approval as a Chileda Approved Driver

Nice To Haves

Previous maintenance experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Utilize good judgment in determining the maintenance needs of the campus and communicating needs to the supervisor.
Identify and communicate any safety concerns to the supervisor in a timely manner.
Identifying and repairing any damage to walls, including painting as needed.
Identify repairs needed throughout campus and communicate with the supervisor about the process for repairing.
Perform minor carpentry, electrical, and plumbing maintenance as requested by supervisor.
Maintain clean windows throughout campus.
Maintain stock of all supplies required by the maintenance department.
Assist with the organization and cleanliness of shop.
Prepare bedrooms prior to students moving in to ensure they are clean and in good repair.
Moving items, including stock, furniture, and other items within buildings, around campus and from/to the basement.
Operating snow removal and other grounds maintenance equipment.
Responsible for completing floor care, including sweeping, vacuuming, mopping, and shampooing carpets.
General cleaning of identified office space.
Assist with maintaining the general appearance of Chileda's campus, including yard work or external repairs as directed by the supervisor.
Communicate to the supervisor any proactive steps that can and should be implemented to impact student and staff safety.
All other tasks as assigned by the Director of Buildings and Grounds.