Maintenance Assistant

Come join our awesome team as a Maintenance Technician at Anoka Homestead

Anoka Homestead- Rehab & Living is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization. We are offering a generous sign on bonus of up to $5,000 (To be paid out quarterly).

Schedule: M-F 8:00 AM-4:30 PM (Every third weekend)

Starting rate $19.00

Employer/Employee Benefits:

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Flexible Saving Account (FSA)

403(b) - with discretionary contribution

Paid Vacation/Sick Time

Benefits with minimal to no cost to employees:

Up to 18% Additional base Pay in lieu of waiving benefits

Scholarships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Wellness program

Life insurance (with an option to purchase additional)

Short term disability

Loan program

Ministry Program

Essentials:

Performs designated cleaning tasks and preventative maintenance services.

Performs defined cleaning procedures, using various chemical and cleaning agents, supplies and equipment, for all areas assigned that would include, but not be limited to, the following:

Sweeping, mopping, wet washing/shampooing and vacuuming floors/carpets in ancillary service and common areas of the facility.

Stripping, waxing and polishing all floors in accordance with the facility floor covering maintenance schedule.

Washing walls, ceilings, and common area lighting fixtures.

Gathering, transporting and disposing of trash.

Cleaning waste receptacles.

Informs supervisor of supply or equipment needs.

Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored according to established procedures.

Store all germicides, pesticides and other toxic substance clearly labeled and locked away when not in use.

Follow established reporting/repair procedures for the following:

Any damaged or loose fixtures, flooring or tiling requiring replacement or repair.

Any unsafe or malfunctioning equipment

Any conditions conducive to breeding insects, rodents or other vermin.

Assist the Director of Environmental Services or Maintenance Supervisor with the implementation of the facility’s preventative maintenance program.

Conducts frequent inspections of all fire safety equipment, alarms, extinguishers, detectors, sprinkler heads, water valves, exit lights, etc.

Testing and adjusting where indicated.

Assist the Director of Environmental Services or Maintenance Supervisor with building and equipment maintenance and repairs

Required Qualifications: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

High School Diploma or equivalent.

Graduate of trade or vocational school, with courses in blueprint reading, mechanical drawing, carpentry, plumbing, HVAC equipment, refrigeration and electricity preferred.

Ability to read, understand and follow written and oral instructions in order to identify various chemicals and cleaning agents from their labels and understand directions for use.

Willingness and ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions.

Minimum of two (2) year previous building maintenance experience desired.