Why Work for Gandara:

Explore the career pathways in Behavioral Health, Substance Use and Recovery, Community Based Clinical services, Adolescent and Family services, Adult Residential, Maintenance and Administration! Whether that is in an entry level or leadership role, Gandara will provide the tools and resources to better enhance your career growth. The opportunities are presented with the ability to transition your skills and experience in meeting the organizations mission. There is grand landscape of opportunities that supports the community we serve, so Join the Gándara team today!

Benefits:

• Retirement Plan 403(b)
• Health, Dental, Vision, Pet and Life Insurance
• Paid vacations
• Paid holidays
• 8 discretionary days
• Mileage Reimbursement

Job Title: Facilities Worker | $500 Sign-on Bonus

Work Location: West Springfield, MA

*Bilingual Candidates Encouraged to Apply 

*EOE M/F/D/V

*Union/Non-Union

Job Summary:

The Facilities worker is under the direction of the maintenance supervisor with guidance on maintenance. Ensures work is performed safely, efficiently, effectively and meets Licensing/Code standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• 1st shift. Mon-Friday
• Hands on ability to maintain and repair Agency properties/residence to include carpentry (wall/ceiling repair), painting, basic plumbing, electrical etc. utilizing power and hands tools to complete work.
• Works in a safe manner when doing work at sites, reports any unsafe conditions observe
• Must be capable of lifting/positioning heavy/bulky items such as rock, plywood, kitchen appliances, etc.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a self-starter, have initiative and flexibility, and be able to perform work with a minimum supervision.
• Must have 2-5 years’ experience in a similar capacity.
• Must display sound prioritizing skills, understanding what has to be done vs. that which can be schedule out.
• Must have good jack-of-all trade’s skills. Must demonstrate safe operation of hand and power tools to include drills and saws
• Must know how to troubleshoot and display sound judgment as to when the job is beyond his/her capability.
• Must have pick-up truck and hand tools.
• Must have valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Must have demonstrated ability to lead our clients, must be sensitive to any special needs and safety issues.
• Must be capable of working outside on extreme conditions such as cleaning of snow, heat, cold, or wet conditions.
• Bilingual Preferred (Spanish/English)

The Gándara Mental Health Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.