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Facilities Maintenance Worker

City of Portland, Maine · Portland, Maine Metropolitan Area · 4 wk ago
On-siteOTHR$22.41–$25.13/hrFull-time

About the role

The City of Portland operates the Barron Center to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services. The Barron Center is a mission-driven facility with over 200 years of history in the community. The ideal candidate will be a leader who takes pride in their work and values working in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

  • May assist with carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs to buildings, grounds, fences and equipment.
  • Changes and installs lights in buildings; assists with installing, maintaining and repairing electrical equipment.
  • Paints interior and exterior of buildings, rooms, walls, ceilings and other surfaces; tapes, sands and prepares surfaces for painting.
  • Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
  • Assists with repairs to HVAC equipment and sprinkler systems.
  • Participates in winter operations.

Requirements

  • Thorough knowledge of building maintenance and ability to make repairs.
  • Physical strength, agility and stamina necessary to withstand exposure to adverse climatic conditions.
  • The ability to respond to storm snow removal with the maintenance team.
  • A valid Maine Class C license.
  • Must have and maintain a good driving record.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

  • Experience in long-term care facilities preferred.
  • Knowledge of building codes related to fire, electrical, HVAC plumbing, and disaster preparedness.
  • Ability to communicate clearly and maintain positive relationships with all divisions, residents and families, vendors and other City departments.
  • The ability to make out clear and accurate written reports as required for work records, operating records and accident reports.

Skills

The ideal candidate should possess:

  • Leadership qualities.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Positive attitude towards working in a long-term care facility.

Benefits

The City of Portland offers:

  • Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives.
  • Thirteen paid holidays.
  • Sick, vacation, and personal leave.
  • Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances.
  • Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan.
  • Use of City recreation facilities.
  • Fitness reimbursement.
  • Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College.

Pay

This is a Labor & Trades union position, Grade 16, starting pay rate of $22.41/hour - $25.13/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This position works 40 hours per week. Schedule to include weekends, rotating holidays, and on-call duties.

Application

Applications accepted until June 26, 2026. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check, driving record check, pre-employment physical and proof of vaccination(s).

Contact

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace.

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