Position: Maintenance Specialist

Reports to: Operations Specialist II

Department: Administration

Rincon Family Services (RFS) is a not-for-profit community organization, established in 1972 to combat the epidemic use of heroin and violence that were dismantling communities throughout Chicago. RFS is dedicated to rendering compassionate and effective programs that promote the quality of life by serving as a catalyst to advocate, educate, and empower individuals and their families.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Specialist is responsible for cleanliness of facility and surrounding walkways and inspecting facility on a regular basis for safety and functionality. Maintenance staff is required to wear organizational uniform while working.

RESPONSIBILITY: Under the direct supervision of Operations Manager, the Maintenance Specialist carries responsibility for facility cleanliness, repairs and/or replaces non-functioning items as needed or requested by staff. Reorganizes space and furnishings as required. Participates in CQI and Safety planning for the facility. On call availability and other duties as needed.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES: The Maintenance Specialist must demonstrate the ability to perform the following:

1. Sweeping and mopping of floors twice daily and as needed. Clean Reception and Nurses Windows. Vacuum all carpets. Inspect, clean and supply restrooms.

2. Daily – Clean kitchen, re-supply water and cups. Check/supply Nurses station. Ensure garbage disposal from offices. Dusting of offices and computers. Continuous inspection for lights, safety problems, items needing fixing or replacing.

3. (Quarterly) Shampoo carpets and wax & buff Floors.

4. Moving furnishings and reorganizing as needed. Interior construction as needed.

5. Snow removal in the winter months as needed.

6. Orients new employees and provides ongoing training.

7. Participates on Safety committee and CQI as needed

8. Participate in regular supervision from the Office Manager, seeking additional supervision whenever necessary. Minimum requirement one hour of documented supervision per month.

9. Other duties, as needed

CORE COMPETENCIES:

1. Good communication skills (verbal and written.

2. Participate in trainings or co-facilitate to train in Emergency Preparedness techniques (violence, fire, tornado, etc.)

OTHER REQUIRED ABILITIES:

1. Fluent in Spanish, bicultural applicants strongly preferred.

2. Ability to work effectively with peers, individual clients and groups.

3. Desire to learn new skills.

4. Knowledge of surrounding community.

5. Ability to follow instructions and seek supervision as necessary.

6. Ability to write detail reports and gather relevant information to support reports.

7. Attention to detail.

8. Physical strength.

9. Knowledge of cleaning machines and supplies.

10. “Handyman” capabilities.

11. Knowledge of Universal Precautions and Infection Control

12. Knowledge of hardwired combine smoke and Carbon Monoxide detector installation

13. Knowledge of LED wired lights installations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The Maintenance Specialist must be able to successfully perform essential functions of this job including frequent sitting, standing and walking, which may be required for long periods of time, and may involve climbing stairs, occasional reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching and crawling.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Employees are responsible for informing supervisor of any invisible disability or medical restriction that limit physical capability.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The Maintenance Specialist work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Requires working under stressful conditions or working under irregular hours. Exposure to communicable diseases, body fluids, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a clinical environment. There may be occasions that call for an employee to carry out duties at other agency offices.

MIMIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A Maintenance Specialist must meet the following qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.

2. Spanish/English Bilingual preferred.

3. Maintenance Experience in SA facility preferred.

4. Valid Drivers License and active insurance

5. Reliable vehicle transportation

6. Basic computer knowledge

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Chicago, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Do you have a reliable automobile and insurance?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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