What are the responsibilities and job description for the Relief-Facilities Assistant position at COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS INC?
We are actively seeking a committed Facilities Assistant to join our team, collaborating with the Facilities Manager to maintain and enhance our facilities. Our goal is to ensure a safe, hygienic, and welcoming environment for clients, families, guardians, guests, and staff. As a Facilities Assistant, your role will encompass a diverse range of routine building maintenance and repairs. This position requires flexibility in working hours, occasionally extending after 5 pm and weekends to address maintenance needs.
What You Will Do as a Facilities Assistant:
- Ensure and safeguard C.C.I. consumers' human dignity, rights, and liberties.
- Support the Facilities Manager in basic repairs and maintenance tasks, including painting, repairs to interior and exterior surfaces, and installation of facility components. Incumbent must have and bring their own basic tool kit.
- Maintain tools and supplies as assigned by the Facilities Manager.
- Supervise and monitor contractors, ensuring high standards of quality, timeliness, and adherence to the budget.
- Effectively use the organization’s maintenance system (currently MaintainX).
- Procure necessary supplies from designated vendors at reasonable prices as directed by the Facilities Manager.
What You’ll Need as a Facilities Assistant:
- High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED)
- Valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and an acceptable background check.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly, climb ladders, and use power/manual tools.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently.
- Prior experience in facilities maintenance, especially in basic plumbing, paint and related preparation, carpentry, and the use of office equipment and tools.
Who You Are as a Facilities Assistant:
- A handy individual with a knack for various tasks.
- Someone who appreciates variety in their job and schedule.
- A strong communicator and advocate for people with disabilities.
What Community Connections Can Provide You:
- Blue Cross Blue Shield HMO Health Insurance
- Blue Cross Blue Shield MA Dental Blue
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Blue 20/20 Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- PTO: 9 Paid Holidays, 10 Vacation days, 3 personal days, earned sick time
- Employer paid Group Life/AD&D Insurance
- Employer paid Long Term Disability Insurance
- 403b Retirement Plan with Discretionary Employer Match
- A Workplace with both heart and soul
- Personal and professional development
- The opportunity to positively impact the lives of the individuals we serve
Community Connections Inc. is an EEO employer, disability, and veterans