Maintenance Technician (Gallagher)

at  Catholic Charities of Baltimore

Pay Rate: $21.42
Catholic Charities is a non-profit organization with a diverse workforce of over 2000 employees of all faiths, ages and ethnicities who help to improve the lives of those we serve. We are the largest private provider of human services in Maryland operating over 80 programs throughout Maryland, serving children and families, people living in poverty, individuals with intellectual disabilities, immigrants, and seniors. Here, you can build a career where you make meaningful differences in the lives of others as we fulfill our mission to love, serve, teach, and work for justice.
Catholic Charities of Baltimore is currently seeking a Maintenance Technician. The Maintenance Technician is assigned to ensure that the physical environment is safe and comfortable for its individuals/children served, staff, and visitors. They will perform any general repair task and preventative maintenance tasks needed. The work schedule Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM.
Gallagher Services supports adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities in living the life of their choice. Adults are supported in living, working and being involved in the community as independently as possible. The Cornerstones of the program are Person-Centered Planning and the mission and values of Catholic Charities.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School diploma or equivalent required with at least three years of experience in institutional maintenance.
• The individual must possess a valid Maryland driver’s license with less than three (3) points.
• 2 years related experience that includes basic, practical knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Maintains the environment of care by complying with therapeutic standards, risk management policy, and procedures for maintaining client safety.
• Shows reliability by being punctual; maintains consistent attendance.
• Thorough knowledge of safety hazards and proper use of various cleaning and sanitizing solutions.
• Ability to perform basic repairs and operate tools and/or equipment used in routine maintenance. Ability to keep the property clean and orderly.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Rotates weekly 24 hour on-call duties within the department.
• Ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds; use full range of motion of limbs; bend, stoop, climb, and stand 90% of the time.
• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, etc.
• Operating machinery and/or power tools including electric, pneumatic, and hand tools.
• Driving (Agency and/or personal vehicle) is required for this position. Driver must be at least 21 years of age, with a minimum of 2 years of driving experience, and a valid driver’s license issued by the state of residence. There can be no state issued restrictions on the licenses that would impede driver’s ability to operate the vehicle as required by the Agency, and there must not be more than three (3) points on their driving record.

We offer a wide range of benefits to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees including but not limited to:

• Health/Dental/Vision
• Vacation/sick/holiday pay
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with a discretionary employer contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement

Join Catholic Charities of Baltimore where you will be an important member of a trauma-informed care organization that promotes a culture of safety, empowerment, healing, and self-care, and that believes that every person has infinite worth and promise.
Catholic Charities is an equal opportunity employer

SKILLS

Preferred

• Responds to work requests and takes corrective action according to established priorities.
• Inspects sites and performs preventative maintenance according to established schedules and procedures.
• Performs routine maintenance, painting, and repairs to ensure proper upkeep of site.
• Performs structural repairs to masonry, woodwork, drywall, and furnishings of sites.
• Assures that sidewalks and building access areas are clear of snow/ice during inclement weather. May operate machinery to assist in this task.
• Performs other duties as assigned.