WHY CHOOSE US?

As one of the nation’s premier humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross is dedicated to helping people in need throughout the United States and, in association with other Red Cross networks, throughout the world. When you join our team, you have a direct impact on a meaningful mission, and you can help save lives every day. If you share our passion for helping people, join us in this excellent career opportunity. Work where your career is a force for good.

We are committed to the diversity of our workforce and to delivering our programs and services in a culturally competent manner reflecting the communities we serve. Our work environment is collaborative, respectful, and inclusive with a focus on building allyship and a culture of belonging that empowers all team members. Come to learn, grow, and succeed while sharing your passion for making a difference.

The Red Cross supports a variety of cultural and community resource groups for employees and volunteers. From the Ability Network, our Asian American & Pacific Islander Resource Group, the Latino Resource Group, and Red Cross PRIDE, to the Umoja African American Resource Group, our Veterans Resource Group, and the Women’s Resource Group, these networks provide connections, mentoring and help give voice to important concerns and opinions.

At the American Red Cross, your uniqueness can shine!

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (Job Overview):

The General Maintenance Tech performs repairs and maintenance in plant or office facilities, or on machines and equipment. Typically performs work in one or more of the maintenance trades: carpentry, plumbing, painting, machine, and equipment repair, electrical, sheet metal fabrication, and welding. Conducts routine, periodic, or special inspections to determine repair and maintenance work necessary to prevent breakdowns of facilities, machinery, and equipment. Uses hand and power tools. Tests, inspects, troubleshoots, and repairs machines and equipment. Uses blueprints, sketches, layouts, wiring diagrams, drawings, and specifications.

Perform all duties and responsibilities in compliance with standard operating procedures, Safety Quality Identity Potency Purity (SQUIPP), regulations outlined in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other applicable Federal, state, and local regulations. Provide support, development and/or leadership guidance to all volunteers.

The American Red Cross at the Philadelphia Blood Center is seeking a Full-time General Maintenance Tech. Must have a Valid Driver License. This is a union position.

Standard Schedule: Mon-Fri 7am to 3:30pm; On-call is required. This position does require successful candidate to participate in the on-call rotation schedule with colleagues for up to 7 days at a time.

Pay Information: $20.86/hourly (Union)

WHERE YOUR CAREER IS A FORCE FOR GOOD (Key Responsibilities):

· Maintain and repair organization's facilities and properties involving routine tasks and responsibilities.

· Install and correct minor electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and structural problems.

· Repairs appliances and equipment.

· Paint structures and equipment as needed.

· May move and store furniture and equipment.

· Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

· Operate and service boilers, chillers, motors, fans, pumps and related mechanical equipment.

· Estimate time and material costs of various projects. Requisition new supplies and equipment.

· May drive vehicle to other locations.

· Document installation and repairs as required by regulatory agencies.

· Light Landscaping duties

· May keep drainage ditches and culverts free of obstructions

· Perform other related duties as necessary.

WHAT YOU NEED TO SUCCEED (Minimum Qualifications):

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent
• Experience: Minimum 1 to 3 years required
• Essential Functions/Physical Requirements: Depending on work assignment, may require ordinary ambulatory skills sufficient to visit other locations; or the ability to stand, walk and manipulate (lift, carry, move) light to medium weights of up to 20 pounds. Requires good hand-eye coordination, arm, hand and finger dexterity, including ability to grasp, and visual acuity to use a keyboard, operate equipment and read technical information. Overall mobility is essential. May include sitting for long periods of time, driving a vehicle and working under challenging conditions.
• Work Conditions: Work is performed indoors with some potential for exposure to safety and health hazards related to emergency services relief work. May travel and participate in meetings and conferences throughout chapter jurisdiction, state and Red Cross system. Because the Red Cross is a disaster response organization, staff may be asked to be on 24-hour call during period of major disaster.

BENEFITS FOR YOU:

We take care of you, while you take care of others. As a mission-based organization, we believe our team needs great support to do great work. Our comprehensive benefits help you in balancing home and work. With our resources and perks, you have amazing possibilities at the American Red Cross to advance the learn.

• Medical, Dental Vision plans
• Health Spending Accounts & Flexible Spending Accounts
• PTO Holidays
• 401K with 5% match
• Paid Family Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Disability and Insurance: Short Long Term
• Service Awards and recognition

The American Red Cross is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

DSTR

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.86 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person