Maintenance Worker

Saint Francis Ministries•Picayune, MS

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker maintains the facility and grounds to provide a safe and clean living environment for clients and staff. The role includes inspecting and maintaining buildings, grounds, vehicles, equipment, and utility areas; responding to dangerous conditions; and providing safety and infection-control instruction. The Maintenance Worker also interacts with individuals receiving Supported Employment Services, protects clients’ rights, reports unusual incidents, and follows Saint Francis Ministries policies, procedures, accreditation and licensure standards, and applicable laws and regulations. The position may require being on call for emergency transportation.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.
First Aid/CPR.
Mandt.
Must be 21 years of age.
Must pass a drug screen, MVR, Mississippi State Background Check, and Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry Clearance Check.
Must pass a physical examination and TB Skin Test.
Lifting requirement of 50 lbs.
Valid Mississippi Driver’s License and clear driving record.

Nice To Haves

Two years of related experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct monthly inspections of the facility, including buildings, grounds, and vehicles.
Troubleshoot and immediately correct dangerous conditions.
Serve as safety officer and provide training on safety procedures during monthly staff meetings.
Keep all equipment in safe working condition.
Keep driveways, sidewalks, and common areas free of debris.
Maintain facility and grounds, including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, millworks, and grounds work.
Clean air conditioners, vents, and furnace filters.
Inventory maintenance and cleaning supplies and submit the list to the Executive Director.
Maintain utility closets and keep them free of debris and clutter.
Interact properly with individuals receiving Supported Employment Services.
Serve as a role model and source of feedback to the client.
Be capable of being on call for emergency transportation.
Serve as Infection Control/Environment of Care Instructor.
Report unusual incidents through appropriate Risk Management, clinical, and safety channels.
Ensure clients’ rights are protected.
Know and follow all safety procedures.
Implement Saint Francis Ministries policies and follow required directives, SOPs, rules, personnel policies and procedures, accreditation and licensure standards, and applicable federal, state, and local requirements and contract terms.