Summary

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager, the Maintenance Technician II is responsible for fulfilling daily work order requests, and the maintenance, cleanliness, and care of agency owned and occupied properties, building equipment, and grounds.

This position demonstrates commitment to the mission, vision and values of the agency by engaging in respectful, cooperative relationships with customers (i.e. clients, employees and external stakeholders); being accountable for providing services and ensuring safety to customers while empowering customers in achieving the agency’s mission.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Complete daily work order requests including minor plumbing, painting, electrical, dry wall repair and touch ups, and replace loose and missing ceiling tiles.

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  Assist in the delivery/pickup of agency owned vehicles to repair shops for repair and maintenance.

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  Assist in routine lawn care maintenance, tree/shrub care and snow removal on parking lots, walkways, stairs and porches.

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  Assist in moving furniture, supplies, equipment and other agency materials as needed.

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  Assist in cleanout & setup of apartments for new tenants.

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  Perform limited janitorial duties in the cleanliness of buildings and grounds, including floor maintenance (vacuuming, mopping, stripping, waxing and buffing), emptying trash receptacles, and other duties.

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  Provide excellent internal customer service.

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  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

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  Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Qualifications:

High School Diploma or equivalency.

Two years of relevant experience required.

Must be at least 21 years of age.

Must have valid driver's license.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, procedure manuals and maintenance instructions. Ability to write routine reports.

Tools and Equipment: Ability to use hand and power hand tools and operate lawn equipment. Ability to operate a forklift.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to to carry our instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

Computer Skills: None

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to climb ladders and perform work from rooftops, regularly required to stand, walk, kneel, use hands, climb stairs, and be able to lift up to 80-100 lbs.

Work Environment: Hours may be set to accommodate cleaning offices when staff is not present. Use of cleaning supplies is an integral part of position. May travel to multiple building locations. May be exposed to extreme temperatures in summer and winter.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Epworth is an EEO/AA employer. Consistent with this policy, Epworth embraces diversity and welcomes colleagues and applicants of all backgrounds. Our goal is to empower every day and build a community that is inclusive, drawing upon the strengths of the diversity of our colleagues to exceed the expectations of our clients.

About Epworth

Founded in 1864, Epworth is a multiservice agency that seeks to empower youth who have experienced trauma to realize their unique potential by meeting essential needs, cultivating resiliency, and building community. Thousands of youth and families turn to Epworth each year for a full range of services including: therapeutic foster care and case management; residential and intensive treatment; individual/family therapy and comprehensive psychological testing; emergency shelter and longer-term housing services; life skills and vocational training; as well as crisis care and outreach through the Drop-In Center, food pantry, and 24-hour crisis help-line. Epworth is headquartered at 110 N. Elm Ave. in Webster Groves, Missouri and has locations in Normandy and South St. Louis City.

Our Mission
Empowering youth to realize their unique potential by meeting essential needs, cultivating resiliency, and building community.

Our Vision
A world in which every youth experiences life in all its fullness.

Our Values

Respect: We recognize the inherent worth and promote the well-being of every client and colleague.

Excellence: We offer evidence-based, high-quality programming and provide exceptional care and service.

Community: We cultivate a sense of belonging and solidarity among colleagues and advocate for racial equality and social justice throughout our communities.