Maintenance Technician
About Thomas Allen
We began providing residential services to individuals living with disabilities in 1977, and in 1984 became the first non-governmental entity in Minnesota to offer waiver case management. By delivering exceptional client care and creating a work culture that celebrates the employees who turn our mission into action, Thomas Allen has grown to employ more than 600 people and provide contracted services for more than 20 counties across Minnesota. Annually, we deliver a wide variety of services to more than 10,000 individuals of all needs, abilities, and ages - from infants to elders. Our services include waiver case management, community living services, care coordination, respite care, and community-based residential programs.
FTE: 1.0 (40 hours per week)
- Conduct ongoing inspections of property and equipment at all locations.
- Inspect, operate, or test machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
- Dismantle machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts
- Diagnose mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs, as necessary.
- Repair machines, equipment, or structures, using tools such as hammers, saws, drills, wrenches, or equipment such as precision measuring instruments or electrical or electronic testing devices.
- Maintain or repair specialized equipment or machinery located in residential and commercial locations
- Assemble, install, or repair wiring, electrical or electronic components, pipe systems, plumbing, machinery, or equipment.
- Adjust functional parts of devices or control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or straightedges.
- Order parts, supplies, or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Plan and lay out repair work, using diagrams, drawings, blueprints, maintenance manuals, or schematic diagrams.
- Paint or repair internal structures such as doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures.
- Record type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Remain flexible and available to address maintenance emergencies as they arise, including being on-call approximately one week/month, including the weekend.
- Possess team-playing abilities, effective listening skills, and strong overall social and communication skills.
General Work Habits:
- Works independently and displays initiative
- Displays flexibility/availability
- Attend to detail, including any needed follow-up
- Displays positive co-worker interaction/teamwork
- Effectively utilizes time management skills and meets deadlines
- Effectively and professionally communicates orally and in written form
- Completes training required for the position within required and requested timelines
- Preferred three or more years of experience, minimum of two years, in professional maintenance duties and use of common hand and power tools
- Background Clearance through the Department of Human Services
- Valid Driver’s License. Must have and maintain a clean driving record per company policy
- Proficient in speaking, comprehending, reading, and writing English
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Must be physically capable of performing job-related tasks such as prolonged standing, lifting heavy items, snow removal, hand scrubbing/scraping of floors, etc
- Ability to operate a company automobile
- Ability to perform physical tasks requiring bending at the waist, twisting, lifting, and carrying loads up to 50 pounds
- Paid holidays to celebrate with family and friends.
- Paid time off (PTO) to help you recharge and maintain work-life balance.
- Floating holiday to use when you need it, for those unexpected moments or important personal events.
- Mileage and activity reimbursement for work-related travel.
- 401(k)
- Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care Account (DCA) options to help you manage healthcare expenses.
- Tuition, licensure, and certification reimbursement to support your ongoing professional development.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance coverage.
- Mental health support to prioritize your well-being.
- Employee appreciation programs to recognize your contributions and efforts.
- Opportunities for career advancement and growth to help you achieve your professional goals.
Thomas Allen, Inc. is a social services agency that provides a variety of person-centered services to individuals with disabilities throughout the state of Minnesota. Our team of nearly 800 employees are key players in assisting individuals served with group home support, semi-independent and independent living, case management, care coordination, and guardianship. As our agency continues to grow, we are looking for team members with diverse perspectives and backgrounds who are passionate about providing services that empower those we support.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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