Maintenance Worker I

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**Why Join UCS:**

For over 65 years, UCS has been providing exceptional and thoughtful

care to individuals and families in our community through programs,

services, and educational opportunities. Our staff includes positions

such as administration, clinicians, nurses, teachers, case managers,

psychiatrists, and direct support providers who work within our 15

facilities to support over 3,000 individuals annually. We are proud to

be part of Vermont Care Partners, a network of sixteen agencies that

provide mental health, substance use disorder, and

developmental-disability services and supports in every county in

Vermont. We are looking for team players to join us in making a

difference in the lives of others and building a stronger community.

**UCS Offers Generous Benefits**

- Competitive pay

- Generous paid time off

- Medical, dental, and vision insurance

- Retirement plan with employer match

- Employer paid life insurance

- Employer paid short term and long term disability insurance

- Employee Assistance Program

- Career development opportunities

- Free clinical supervision towards licensure

- Loan repayment and tuition assistance program

- Award winning worksite wellness program

- An inclusive workplace supported by an active Diversity, Equity,

Inclusion, and Belonging committee.

- Rewarding experience making a difference in the community.

*We believe a dynamic and inclusive workforce will strengthen our

organization and enhance the services we provide. Therefore, it is our

goal to hire a diverse workforce and cultivate a culture where our

employees feel accepted and included, hold a valued place within our

organization and are equally able to contribute to their fullest extent,

assisting in fulfilling our mission of building a stronger community.*

Qualifications

The Maintenance Worker I performs all tasks assigned pertaining to

facility maintenance, janitorial services, grounds keeping, and general

maintenance operations.

**MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:**\

FACILITY MAINTENANCE: The Maintenance Worker IPerforms a wide range of

duties pertaining to all agency facilities, including all aspects of

building maintenanceincluding electrical, plumbing, heating, carpentry,

and any repairs required to agency property and equipment.Snow removal,

landscaping, parking lot and driveway maintenance are included as well.

Performs assigned tasksto ensure compliance to local and state codes and

requirements. Works with the Manager towards short- andlong-term goals,

as well as performing all preventive maintenance work required.

JANITORIAL DUTIES: The Maintenance Worker IPerforms all aspects of

facility cleaning, housekeeping, and janitorial duties, as assigned.

Including basic taskssuch as vacuuming, dusting, mopping, sweeping, and

garbage removal.

GROUNDSKEEPING: The Maintenance Worker IPerforms all aspects of

groundskeeping for agency facilities, as assigned. This could include

snow removal,spreading sand and salt, mowing grass, raking, trimming

shrubs, plants, and trees, planting flowers, leaf removaland other

landscaping projects assigned. Must have knowledge of tools and

equipment required and the ability tooperate power equipment. Must be

familiar with lawn and garden chemical applications.\

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MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS: The Maintenance Worker IAssists the Manager with

the overall operations of the department, as directed. Works closely

with other department staff during the course of their work.Uses skills

and experience to expedite maintenance requests and specialprojects.

Performs paperwork, record keeping and inventories, as required.

Monitors and recognizes fire and safetyissues pertaining to each

facility. Works with the Manager towards maintenance operations short-

and long-term goals.Must be physically able to lift heavy objects, work

from high places off of ladders, and have knowledge ofoperating all

types of hand tools and power equipment. Involved with agency

transportation, vehicle inspection andmaintenance, as directed.

Available for overtime, as needed. Full time employees will provide

beeper coverage and24-hour availability for emergencies when scheduled

or on call.

I CARE: The Maintenance Worker IDemonstrates a culture of caring.

Actions show professionalism, respect, informative, determined and/or

empathetic service.

**RECORD KEEPING:**The Maintenance Worker I isResponsible for completing

timesheets, work orders, and other facilities documentation in a timely

manner.

**REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:**\

High School Diploma or equivalent preferred. Preferred experience or

knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, basic computer

skills, knowledge of operating all types of hand tools and power equi