General Maintenance Worker -AKHI

Summary

The General Maintenance Worker performs general maintenance and repair of equipment and buildings requiring practical skill and knowledge (but not proficiency) in such trades as HVAC, painting, carpentry, plumbing, masonry, and electrical work. Work involves a variety of the following duties: replacing electrical ballast, lamps, receptacles, wires, switches, fixtures, and motors, using plaster or compound to patch minor holes and cracks in walls and ceilings, repairing or replacing sinks, water coolers, and toilets painting structures and equipment;

repairing or replacing concrete floors, steps, and sidewalks, replacing damaged paneling and floor tiles, hanging doors and installing door locks, replacing broken window panes, and performing general maintenance on equipment and machinery.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Including but not limited to)

• Performs general maintenance tasks as directed by Supervisor on time and to specification
• Completes service orders with accurate information to include labor hours and materials used to complete the task.
• Observes and practices safe working procedures
• Complies with Standing Operations Procedures
• Ensures timecard is accurately completed on a daily basis.
• Participates in a variety of departmental and other meetings on a regular basis.
• Performs other duties and special projects as assigned by management and/or supervisor.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must be a U.S. citizen.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Three or more years of experience in the general maintenance trade supplemented by one year experience as a General Maintenance Worker.
• Driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance and the ability to travel to local facilities.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the methods, practices, materials, and tools of the general maintenance trade.
• Thorough knowledge of applicable building codes and specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the general maintenance trade.
• Ability to read, interprets, prepare and work from plans, drawings, and sketches.
• Ability to perform and instruct others in a variety of skilled general maintenance work
• Ability to make accurate estimates of time and materials required to complete a job.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; and present information and respond to questions from vendors, customers, management, and others in a professional and timely manner.
• Have a good working knowledge of computer applications including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Must have strong organizational skills.
• Must be capable of lifting to 50 pounds.
• Must be able to pass required criminal background check and pass pre- employment drug testing.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience and knowledge of Alaska Native cultures

Shareholder Preference

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Ahtna Native Corporation Shareholders, Descendants, and Spouses in all phases of employment.

Core Competencies

• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely according to strict deadlines.
• Self-Motivated - Ability to be internally inspired to perform a task to the best of one's ability using his or her own drive or initiative.
• Team Builder/Worker - Ability to inspire and work within a group of people to work toward a goal.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.

Physical Demands

• Work involves moderate to heavy work in all types of conditions. There is frequent need to stand, stoop, walk, lift heavy objects (up to 50 pounds) and perform other similar actions during the workday. Considerable reaching, stooping, kneeling and crouching may be required.
• May work with sharp and or rough materials, including but not limited to using sharp tools and power equipment, and working in situations where safety must be a top priority.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described in this job description are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.

• Work may be performed in indoor and outdoor locations. May be subject to confined spaces and subject to changes in temperature and weather conditions.

Work Schedule: 40 hours per week. Some overtime may be required

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