Job Description

Maintenance Assistant Location Pittsburgh, PA :

Maintenance Assistant

We are looking for an entry level or experienced maintenance assistant to support our commercial and residential properties in and around the Allegheny/Westmoreland County areas!

Sign-on/Retention bonus - $3,000!

About Achieva

At Achieva, we envision a community where all people with disabilities lead lives of personal significance. We are an organization of individuals, professionals, and community partners that help people reach their individualized goals. Throughout our 70 years, Achieva has been committed to the support and inclusion of those with disabilities.

Position type:

• Full Time, hourly

Minimum requirements:

• High school diploma and/or skilled trades' degree with 2-5 years of experience in maintenance, troubleshooting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and small appliances.
• MUST HAVE: Valid Drivers License!
• Must be able to pass a PA Criminal, FBI fingerprint, and child abuse clearances.

Location:

South Side Office

Position Description

Assists in the maintenance of Achieva facilities, equipment, and vehicle fleet. Reports to the Director, Facilities and Fleet Services.

Job Responsibilities - Highlights

• Performs repairs and or maintenance to Achieva Facilities and equipment, including, but not limited to, basic carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, HVAC repair, and small appliance repairs.
• Plans, coordinates, and supervises construction projects performed by outside contractors as advised. Plans, designs, and purchases materials and construct renovation projects at Achieva sites as directed.
• Expedites responses to inquiries by evaluating the nature of the contact and resolving appropriate disposition and communicates with trust administrators for additional information.
• Inspects machinery, facilities, and equipment to resolve repairs and maintenance as needed, providing preventative maintenance.
• Provide training to Achieva Program Staff for general repairs such as changing a fuse, checking a circuit breaker, changing a furnace filter, locating water and gas valves for emergency use, etc.
• Submits requests for supplies and equipment. Orders and purchases necessities as needed while applying basic computer skills.
• Works with Facilities Director by assisting with the management of the agency's vehicle fleet program which consists of developing knowledge of fleet maintenance and tracking software, while operating a work order system.

Benefits - Full time

• Medical, dental, and vision with low employee monthly contributions and low deductibles.
• Achieva pays for term life insurance, accidental death insurance, and long-term disability.
• 403(b) retirement plan. Achieva contributes to the 403(b) retirement plan after 1 year with or without employee contributions.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.

The equivalent of a high school diploma with one year experience in building trades. Must have a working knowledge of, but not limited to, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems, and small appliances. Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively interface with agency and vendor personnel required. Valid license to drive in the State of Pennsylvania and properly insured vehicle available for daily use. Satisfactory driving record necessary. Must meet Act 33 and 34 requirements.

Achieva is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (EOE) and an Employer Partner under the Ticket to Work Program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Achieva is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request a reasonable accommodation, contact the Human Resource Department, 412-995-5000.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, For contractors, Relocation bonus, Monday to Friday,

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