Family Guidance Centers, Inc. (FGC), a not-for-profit behavioral healthcare organization, treats and prevents substance abuse, as well as an array of other related problems. Since 1969, FGC's comprehensive programming has educated and guided individuals toward their full potential as productive members within their own families and our society.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Act as the Maintenance and assist in the daily Maintenance operations at Family Guidance Centers, Inc., 120 N. 11th St Springfield, IL, and satellite locations when needed. Perform daily, weekly and monthly routines. Communicate with Manager any specific projects and work to be performed or building deficiencies. Assist the Manager with contractors and vendors. Assist and communicate with staff and manager for any special set-ups or events.

General Duties:

Complete daily janitorial checklist and all associated work:

• Restock restroom and general areas
• Restock paper to copy area
• Adjust thermostats
• Clean all restrooms and check all fixtures for leaks and function report any defisiencies.
• Refill/ Replace towels, toilet paper & air-fresheners as needed
• Take out garbage, condense and neatly place in dumpsters (On trash day move dumpster to appropriate location.)
• Sweep and mop all floors
• Vacuum all the offices
• Wipe down/dust all tables, cafeteria, offices, group rooms, etc.
• Clean all interior and exteriors windows, doors and window sills (Exterior windows – weather permitting)
• Keep up floors: strip & wax or buffing as needed
• Keep grounds tidy, free of garbage
• Clean all base boards
• Dust all mini blinds
• Wash walls if needed

 Entry, grounds and loading dock.

• Sweep entry areas; remove trash from grounds.
• Keep external window and stairwells clear of trash and debris.
• Keep loading dock and dumpster areas clean and free of clutter.
• Periodically observe exterior of building i.e. Structure, roof and windows. Report any deficiencies to onsite AVP.

 Remove snow and ice from walkways during inclement weather. Ensures walkways are kept clear by spreading ice melt or rock salt.

• Shovel snow from front and back of building (during winter months)
• Use of gas powered snow blower and manual shovels

 Properly store and handle biohazard material:

• Medication bottles

 Respond timely to emergencies:

• Solve the problem, work to get problem resolved, or escalate to executives 
• Inform managers of any maintenance problems

 Keep storage and work areas clean and orderly:

• Sweep and Vacuum
• Properly stock supply boxes
• Keep maintenance equipment neat and in their proper locations

 Maintenance duties

• Complete monthly building check list (i.e. Exit sings, Emergency light test.)
• Replace lightbulbs and light ballast.
• Light electrical
• Light plumbing
• Wall repairs and painting.
• Furniture moves
• General repairs

Other Job Responsibilities: As assigned.

Physical Demands: Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. Must be able to work at elevated heights (i.e. ladders, scaffolds and roof etc.). While performing the duties of this job, you will be regularly required to talk or hear. This is largely a sedentary role; however, some filing is required. You would be required the ability to lift files, open filling cabinets, and sit or stand as necessary. You would also be required to view a computer screen for long periods of time. Ability to communicate in English via phone, writing, and verbally in conversation with different levels of staff and any outside vendors.

1. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

2. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand and walk, often up and down stairs. The employee is frequently required to sit; use hands or fingers, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Employee must be able to utilize a computer, phone, etc. for extended period of time and write or type notes for at least two (2) to four (4) hours per day.

3. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be occasionally exposed to blood or other body fluids. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Hours: Monday thru Friday 6:00AM-2:30PM

Start Date: ASAP

Work Location:  120 N. 11th St.  Springfield, IL 

Family Guidance Centers, Inc. is a Drug Free Environment, An Equal Opportunity Employee

Education and/or Experience: Maintenance experience and the desire to learn new duties are required. This person must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. They must be able to work at elevated heights (i.e. ladders, scaffold, roof etc.), and also be able to work on a weekends. Must be self-motivated, willing to take the initiative and work without direct supervision. Employee must be punctual and dependable.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: N/A

Family Guidance Centers Inc. offers opportunities for individuals with an interested in behavioral health. Our organization provides a comprehensive benefit package for full time employment that includes health insurance, dental, vision, life insurance and a 401k pension plan. Vacation, sick and personal days with 11 paid holidays off are included in our paid time off compensation package.