Maintenance Worker

Do you want to work for an organization that Makes a Lasting Impact on Kids?

AMIkids has served over 135,000 kids and their families since 1969. Being part of the AMIkids team means that you are helping youth to realize their full potential and become a valuable part of their community.

About Melbourne Center for Personal Growth, operated by AMIkids Space Coast
Founded in 1998, the Melbourne Center for Personal Growth, operated by AMIkids Space Coast, is a private nonprofit, staff-secure residential facility in Melbourne, Florida. Our program operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week, serving kids who have committed a variety of offenses and are involved with Florida Department of Juvenile Justice. Our kids are living in dormitories on campus in a remote location, which is ideally structured to help them work through their issues and gain the needed skills to return to their families and communities.
AMIkids Space Coast’s Melbourne Center for Personal Growth uses the evidence-based, research-driven AMIkids Personal Growth Model © in offering dynamic programs and comprehensive services to treat each kid's unique issues, primarily focusing on education, behavior modification, and treatment.

Our Guiding Principles: Kids First, Family and Safety.
Our Core Values: Respect, Creativity, Honesty, Enthusiasm, Loyalty, Integrity, Leadership, Diversity, Goal Orientation, Excellence and Dedication.

Now, you can be a part of this outstanding organization and help guide the way. Take the step. Make a difference.

We are seeking a Maintenance Worker

POSITION SUMMARY
The Maintenance Worker role performs a variety of routine maintenance and repair tasks requiring a general knowledge of building trade skills. Responsibilities includes custodial work and ground maintenance and the responsibility for scheduling vendors for detailed electrical, plumbing and mechanical work.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Conduct routine inspections of the building(s) interior and exterior to ensure a well maintained facility,
• Contact and schedule appropriate technical specialists to address identified plumbing, electrical, heating and other maintenance tasks requiring certification or licensing,
• Maintain a Maintenance Request/Completion log,
• Address Maintenance Request Orders approved by the Executive Director,
• Prioritize work day to the benefit of the facility,
• Coordinate a weekly work schedule to minimize the impact to staff and youth, schedule approved by Executive Director,
• Coordinate off campus trips for the purchase of materials on a weekly or as needed basis,
• Provide preventative maintenance of vehicles, mowers, weed eaters, power tools, etc.,
• Oversee maintenance and repairs, including but not limited to: plumbing, electrical, dry wall, heating, A/C, small appliance, painting, small engine, remodeling, carpentry, etc. conducted by licensed contractors,
• Share and/or train youth on preventative maintenance when safety and security are not an issue,
• Provide preventative maintenance to facility and emergency remediation of issues until a licensed contractor can make the final repair and inspection.
• Ensure that self, other staff/youth and licensed contractors utilize the necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times (re: safety glasses, gloves, foot and head protection, etc.) and abide by OSHA regulations,
• Available 24-hours, on-call service, to the facility to address emergency situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED,
• Three years related experience,
• Possess required state certifications/licenses and qualifications to perform repairs, remodeling, etc. within codes and regulations,
• Possess knowledge and awareness of worksite safety practices and related federal and state regulations (re: OSHA, EPA, etc.),
• Ability to perform the role as defined by federal regulations,
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license in the state of employment and a driving record that meets the standards of AMIkids Transportation Policy.

What's in it for you?
As well as gain an opportunity to make an exceptional difference in kids' lives, AMIkids offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Growth opportunities – we pride ourselves on developing our leaders from within
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, & Prescription Drug plan options; Health Spending Account, Company paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• Wellness Benefits – EAP, Health Coaching, Stress Management Programs, etc.
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, Voluntary 403(B) Retirement Plan, Student Loan Forgiveness Program
• Pet Insurance, World Travel Assistance, Car Rental discounts, Gym Membership discounts, and more.

Who are we?
AMIkids is a non-profit organization dedicated to helping youth develop into responsible and productive citizens.
Our Mission: AMIkids' mission is to protect public safety and positively impact as many youth as possible through the efforts of a diverse and innovative staff. AMIkids works in partnership with youth agencies, local communities and families.
Our Vision: Separating a troubled past from a bright future.
We have an unwavering commitment to putting kids first.
AMIkids has enjoyed great success in transforming kids because we take the unconventional approach of putting “Kids First”. This core value permeates throughout all 14 AMIkids values to empower kids to achieve their potential.
Our Guiding Principles:
Kids First – all decisions by staff and board members are made on the basis of what is best for the kids
Family – an atmosphere throughout AMIkids where kids are treated as our own family members. For a family atmosphere to thrive, everyone associated with the organization has to be treated as family with high expectations, respect and accountability.
Safety – Our programs are operated where student, staff and the public safety is the responsibility of everyone in the organization.
Our Core Values:
Creativity | Honesty | Enthusiasm | Integrity | Loyalty | Leadership | Diversity | Goal Orientation | Excellence | Dedication | Respect
AMIkids, Inc. and AMIkids’ affiliated Programs (hereafter referred to AMIkids collectively) are Equal Opportunity Employer(s) and do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, age, retaliation, military service, or any other status protected by law.
Federal law requires AMIkids to request certain demographic information from you for reporting purposes. This information is not used for employment decisions unless job-related and your participation in providing this information is voluntary.

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