Maintenance Technician

As a leading Residential Treatment Center in the Greater Richmond area, Hallmark Youthcare treats adolescents with emotional and behavioral issues triggered by trauma. Treatment is provided in a warm and friendly environment by a group of well-trained, highly motivated staff that takes pride in delivering quality care.

We are currently accepting applications for a Maintenance Technician , who has a strong desire to work with a team of committed clinicians to maintain a safe and fun environment for our residents to heal.

Under general supervision, the Maintenance Technician will perform a variety of duties including general facility maintenance and security tasks, painting, basic carpentry, maintenance of facility keys and locks, completing work orders in a timely fashion (meeting compliance standards), and documenting reports, etc.

*Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time*

WE ARE A DRUG FREE EMPLOYER

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 hourly.

Essential Functions:

- Assist with basic rough and finished carpentry work in construction and repair of structures

- Replace windows and door hardware, removing broken glass, putty or plastic when necessary

- Assist with electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits, lighting systems and appliances

- Repair basic plumbing including leaks or breaks; opening clogged lines and drains

- Prepare various surfaces for paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish, or stain, repair wall coverings

Competencies:

- Attention to detail

- Knowledge of standard practices and safe use of hand/power tools

- Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

- Organizational and time management skills

- Project management skills

- Problem solving skills

- Creative, friendly, and outgoing demeanor

- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening.

Physical Demands:

The employee must have the ability to: speak, hear, sit, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with their hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. The employee must have the ability to stand for prolonged periods where wet and dry processes are used, wear protective footwear, wear personal protective equipment (including gloves when necessary and a mask at all times), and work in extreme temperatures. The employee must have the ability to frequently lift and move up to 50 lbs.

Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position; nights and weekends may be required; employee will be on-call for technical emergencies.

Education and Experience:

High School Diploma/GED – required.

Vocational School Graduate – preferred.

VA Driver’s License (in good standing) - required.

Minimum one year of experience in a maintenance technician position, or similar - required.