General Maintenance Worker jobs in Kansas

Description

Successfully promotes and supports the mission of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings through the coordination of all general maintenance activities related to one or more buildings and facilities.  Catholic Charities is an EEO employer.

• Ensure all assigned facilities and equipment are in a proper state of repair, providing their full use to all staff, clients, visitors, and volunteers at all times.
• Performs maintenance service and repairs in the areas of HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, plastering, machine servicing, and electrical.
• Notify the Facilities Manager of all matters related to the maintenance and repair of the assigned facilities.
• Collaborate with program managers and staff to identify and fulfill the facilities' needs.
• May be required to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.
• Provide back up when needed to deliver and/or pick up donations, food or other items on behalf of any Catholic Charities program.

Requirements

• Demonstrate a passion for the mission of Catholic Charities
• Must be willing to live by the agency’s Values, where we are called to show Love, Patience, Kindness, Faithfulness, Self-Control, and Joy.
• Catholic Charities promotes a diverse workforce. Employees are not required to be Catholic,
  however, employees of Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas must understand that they are a
  a visible representative of the Archdiocesan Church and as such will not publicly oppose the
  teachings of the Catholic Faith nor publicly advocate for any position in conflict with Catholic
  teaching, or the specific positions of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas or the United States
  Conference of Catholic Bishops. This requirement includes any public speech, demonstration, or
  
• Must complete VIRTUS training, background screening, drug testing, and any ongoing training as
  
• Demonstrate a passion for the mission of CCNEK as guided by the Catholic Social Teachings.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least five (5) years of building maintenance experience.
• Advance training and/or certifications in one or more of the trades to be in the higher pay range
• Must possess a valid Driver’s License.
• Must be able to pass DMV and criminal background checks.
• Must be able to obtain DOT certification.
• Must be able to obtain Forklift Certification.
• Must be customer service oriented and possess good verbal communication skills, Bilingual preferred.
• Knowledgeable in the procedures and safety measures in the area(s) of specialty.
• Demonstrate skills in troubleshooting and problem-solving in the following areas but not limited to:

         (Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, HVAC/Boiler repair & Maintenance, Computer usage). 

• Ability to handle multiple priorities and demands.
• Possess a dependable transportation, valid driver’s license, vehicle insurance and ability to make deliveries, run errands, and visit multiple locations.
• Must be a self-motivated and independent worker. 
• Must be a team player with a service-orientated attitude.
• A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.
• Produce timely, efficient, cost-effective resolution to repair and maintenance issues.

 Physical Requirements:

• Be able to stand or walk for extended periods of time and lift up to 50 pounds.  Possess other physical skills and abilities to perform maintenance functions and duties as assigned.
• Individuals must be able to respond to emergency and public calls after hours including evenings and weekends.
• Must be able to work well with others in a team setting.
• Must be able to operate from a smartphone using e-mail, text messages as well as Help Desk.
• Must demonstrate positive leadership skills needed to run projects and job sites as needed.
• Work will exhibit exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, noxious odors, gases, mechanical and electrical hazards; all types of weather and temperature conditions.
• Work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including slippery or uneven surfaces and rough terrain.
• Ability to climb unusual heights on ladders; lift, carry, push, and/or pull moderate to heavy amounts of weights.