Maintenance Associate

About the role

REM Community Services, a part of the Sevita family, provides community-based services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Here we believe every person has the right to live well, and everyone deserves to have a fulfilling career. You’ll join a mission-driven team and create relationships that motivate us all every day. Join us today, and experience a career well lived.

This position requires a driver's license held for at least one year (post permit) and a clean driving record that meets Sevita's insurability policy. The role covers the Cedar Rapids, Coralville, Williamsburg, Marshalltown, and Tama areas.

Responsibilities

• Maintains ongoing preventative maintenance program.
• Repairs and maintains kitchen, housekeeping, and other mechanical equipment, including heating and air conditioning units, electrical and plumbing fixtures, and laundry equipment.
• Inspects and repairs all damages to hallways, walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, and rooms.
• Paints and refinishes building surfaces.
• Orders and maintains necessary maintenance supplies.
• Provides necessary maintenance of all tools and equipment.
• Maintains fire alarm system, including smoke and heat detectors, fire pulls and fire extinguishers.
• Maintains sprinkler systems and assists with quarterly inspections.
• Assists in disaster plans as appropriate.
• Maintains appliance motors, room exhaust fans/hood suppression systems, pumps and miscellaneous equipment on a monthly basis or as recommended by the manufacturer.
• Monitors and assists in basic maintenance of facility vehicles.
• Maintains operational records, data and monitors and enforces observance of safety regulations.
• Performs other related duties and activities as required.

Requirements

• Must be 18 years or older.
• Current driver's license, vehicle for on-the-job use with valid registration and auto insurance.
• High School diploma or equivalent and one year related experience.
• Working knowledge and ability to handle all maintenance and electrical equipment.
• Travel as needed.

Physical Requirements

Medium Work. Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Benefits

• Hourly rate of $24.00
• Full benefits package for full-time employees
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Rewarding work, impacting the lives of those you