Maintenance Technician

Want to make a difference in a young person's life? This is a position that is very rewarding in training and mentoring at risk youth.Make more than a Living, Make a DifferenceOur Benefits: Low-Cost Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance9 days of Vacation in the first year of serviceMinimum of 11 Paid HolidaysPaid Sick LeaveRetirement savings plan with employer match up to 5%Workers CompensationAD&D InsurancePublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible EmployerService Contract Act (SCA) PositionAverage Hourly Rate: $24.29Duties and Responsibilities: The Maintenance Technician reports to the Maintenance Supervisor or Manager and is an hourly, non-exempt position. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for cleaning and general maintenance work orders throughout the center. The Maintenance Technician performs interior and exterior janitorial, building maintenance and grounds keeping assignments according to work orders.Performs minor building construction tasks, mows lawns, maintains grounds, and picks up trash and papers.Ensures that all tools and equipment are in good repair and kept in appropriate storage sheds and closets.Transports equipment and/or commodities throughout the center.Maintains a work environment of zero accidents and injuries including no loss-time accidents. Qualifications: High School Diploma or GED, and one years’ related work experience preferred.Able to complete all mandated training requirements per government and management directives. Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record preferred.Required to pass a drug screen in compliance with our Substance Abuse and Drug-Free Workplace policy.Additional Requirements: Knowledge of methods needed to instill appropriate maintenance techniques; to read, comprehend, interpret, communicate, and execute instructions or directives fluently in English. Ability to communicate effectively and relate to the trainee population. Position requires an ability to operate household appliances. In addition, an individual must be able to interact with team members and maintain an effective working relationship with all facility staff and departments.*This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties that may be performed by a person so classified.About our ProgramJob Corps is the largest nationwide residential career training program in the country and has been operating for more than 60 years. The program helps eligible young people ages 16 through 24 complete their high school education, trains them for meaningful careers, and assists them with obtaining employment.Our Program Location:Old Dominion Job Corps1073 Father Judge RdMonroe, VA 24574Connect with Us video: Please follow the link for more information about this program: Eckerd Connects employees and applicants for employment are covered by federal, state, and local laws designed to safeguard employees and job applicants from discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.Eckerd Connects is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. We comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws by providing reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for sincerely held religious beliefs, observances, and practices. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact Relay Services Dial 711.Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is IllegalCopy & paste the link into your browser: Eckerd Connects is a drug-free workplace and utilizes E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility.