UNITED CEREBRAL PALSY OF GEORGIA, INC.
Our Mission and Vision
The mission of United Cerebral Palsy of Georgia is to positively support and impact the achievement of a Life Without Limits for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
UCP of Georgia’s vision is to create a community in which every person, regardless of ability, can participate as an equal citizen. To realize this vision, UCP of Georgia offers supports designed to help people maximize their potential and achieve independent, productive, and rewarding lives.
Maintenance Technicians empower the people we work with to reach their goals and live a Life Without Limits by facilitating a safe environment for them. UCPGA employees put their heart into their work. If this sounds like you, please apply to join our team!
JOB TITLE: Maintenance Technician
DIVISION: Administration
SUPERVISOR: Director of Maintenance
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for completing a wide range of home repairs across group homes located in metro Atlanta, Cartersville, and Griffin. Tasks include drywall repair, punch-out work, basic plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, painting, and appliance repair. Coordinate with maintenance vendors, track repair orders, and manage related expenses. Additionally, implement and maintain a preventive maintenance program for all properties and company vehicles. Position is “on-call” 24/7. Must be able to work a flexible schedule to include rotation of emergency call two weeks out of the month.
EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIREMENT: High School diploma or equivalent. Vocational training preferred
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: 5-10 years multi-site maintenance. Sound working knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical, as well as carpentry. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license, your own tools, ability to operate the Company van. Home repair experience preferred.
SPECIAL LICENSES, REGISTRATION OR CERTIFICATION: N/A
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY: N/A
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Check NetFacilities daily and complete all assigned work orders within 10 days of receipt.
- Logically prioritize work orders to address health and safety matters as first priority.
- Remain on call to respond to emergencies 24/7, deploy to a home location as requested by Director of Maintenance.
- Self-generate work orders when area of disrepair is observed.
- Complete monthly preventive maintenance review of all assigned group homes, day program and vehicles.
- Communicate with QI Coordinator and/or program director on all maintenance issues and emerging trends/problems.
- Complete all work orders in a timely, professional and craftsman like fashion.
- Track all expenditures and receipts via accounting policies.
- Communicate with maintenance vendors as needed.
- Develop and maintain positive and productive relationship with individuals served families, co-workers, and community members.
- Maintain objectivity in position to set appropriate limits while working with served.
- Support those served in their personal growth and development, respecting cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and individual differences.
- Adhere to all agency policies and procedures and Health Care Facility Regulation, and DBHDD policies Rules and Regulations.
- Other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES:
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
- Must be able to effectively communicate and engage in conversations with others including understanding and interpreting verbal and non-verbal communication.
- Must be able to convey information clearly and appropriately to staff at all levels.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent time management skills with proven ability to meet deadlines.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
- Ability to function in a high paced and at times stressful environment.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
The list of requirements below must be met with or without reasonable accommodations:
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs. throughout the day.
- Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various environments.
- Must be able to maneuver to occasionally access file cabinets, office machinery, and other location in the buildings/work locations.
- Must be able to perform physically demanding tasks and work in various environments.
- Must be able to safely operate a motor vehicle.