Part Time Facilities Technician

Job Summary

Nexus Family Healing is seeking a Part Time Facilities Technician for their new 14-bed psychiatric residential treatment facility in Eugene, Oregon. The position will also be available in Portland, Oregon. This role is part of a national mental health organization committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Pay and Schedule

• Part time - onsite opportunity
• Location: 2675 Martin Luther King Jr Blv, Eugene
• Pay range: $25-$27.50 hourly
• Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include:
• Paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment
• 401k match
• NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family
• Advancement pathways and internal promotion
• And much more!

Position Summary

The Facilities Technician will assist in maintaining the appearance, structure, and safety of the facility's buildings, vehicles, and grounds, as well as perform general facility maintenance tasks. They will also teach maintenance and renovation skills to residents at sites where vocational training programs are in place.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain physical plant and grounds
• Inspect building structure for safety problems and notify supervisor of results of inspections
• Mow lawns, cut shrubbery, rake leaves, shovel snow, and perform landscaping duties
• Complete work orders and related reports and submit to supervisor
• If necessary, secure the building and storage areas at the end of each working day
• Maintain facility vehicles
• Perform basic automotive maintenance on vehicles, such as replace wiper blades, tire repair/replacement, and ensure that proper fluid levels are maintained on all vehicles
• Ensure vehicles are checked for performance and maintenance needs
• Maintain a log of when vehicles are due for preventative maintenance checks and ensure routine services schedules are followed; record all maintenance repairs completed on each vehicle
• Monitor vehicles storage and coordinate vehicle cleaning
• Maintain furniture and equipment
• Move furniture and furnishing and notify supervisor regarding needed repairs and/or other facility problems
• Perform furniture repair and refinishing when appropriate
• Maintain on-site storage areas
• Aid in construction and/or repair projects for the physical plant
• Under supervision, assist in projects that may involve painting, carpet, or linoleum installation
• Aid in repairing heating system, broken faucets/sinks, heating and water chiller, and AC systems as assigned
• Identify problems in the emergency power and generator systems and in the fire alarm systems through routine inspection, report findings to supervisor
• Troubleshoot equipment to assess problem and recommend plan of action

Safety, Compliance & Policy & Procedure

• Remains current on all fire, safety, and maintenance codes for the facility; adheres to department procedures and policies; remains current on all required training and certifications
• Exhibits a spirit of cooperation among coworkers and complies with all home office and agency policies and procedures; displays ethical conduct, professionalism, and maintains healthy boundaries at all times

Requirements

• Required Education and Licensure: High School diploma or GED required. 2 years related work experience in building maintenance, construction, or an additional trade required. Must possess proven skills in at least 2 of the following areas: plumbing, woodworking, general electrical, vehicle maintenance, or landscaping. Must have the ability to meet Life Safety codes. Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Home Office driving requirements. Must successfully pass a DHS criminal background check
• Preferred Education And Experience: 3+ years’ experience with building maintenance, construction, or additional trade

Physical Demands

• Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted and up to 125+ pounds with assistance
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours)
• Must be able to climb ladders, work at tall heights and crawl in tight spaces
• Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily maintenance activities as required above