Job Description

Join a supportive team who values Compassion, Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion, Hope, & Authenticity!
As our Facilities Maintenance Technician, you will be responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, and performing needed maintenance and repairs at all SouthLight facility locations in Raleigh, Durham and Fayetteville.
This position will perform tasks related to the maintenance of building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems as well as scheduled and preventive maintenance. The Facilities Maintenance Technician serves as the primary point of contact for afterhours repairs.
Pay
Starting pay is $21.00 per hour.
Schedule
Full-time, Monday - Friday, 8am - 4pm.
Benefits
Being a part of a non-profit behavioral health organization has some unique benefits, along with our incredible health insurance options. Working here at SouthLight, you will be able to make a difference in people's lives every day, and know that you are a part of inspiring positive change in your community.
Full-time employees are eligible for medical benefits the first of the month 30 days after hire date. Options for a standard plan and an HSA plan with a $300 initial contribution and up to a $25 per paycheck match. 10 paid holidays and PTO hours which accrue at a rate of 10 hours per month. After 6 months employees are eligible to enroll in our 401(k) plan which has a 4% match. Company paid life insurance, short and long term disability, in house and paid training opportunities, and additional pay for working holidays. SouthLight provides mileage reimbursement.
Job Responsibilities of a Facilities Maintenance Technician

• Responsible for inspecting, troubleshooting, and performing needed maintenance and repairs at all SouthLight facility locations
• Addresses interior and exterior repairs at all Southlight locations by use of safe operation of hand, power tools and other equipment
• Conducts routine preventative maintenance on building mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
• Supports Facilities Operation Manager in conducting property inspections by gathering data and reporting on visible issues
• Coordinate and collaborate with Facilities Operation Manager regarding all repairs that may require the assistance of an outside contractor/vendor
• Serves as the primary point of contact for after-hour emergency repair needs
• Supports Facilities Operation Manager with oversight of SouthLight's vehicle fleet inspections, maintenance and repairs
• Assists with on-site special events including set up and clean up
• Ensure adherence to operational and safety procedures, and compliance with regulatory agencies/standards
• Promote and model the core values of SouthLight Healthcare (compassion, excellence, collaboration, inclusion, hope and authenticity) to ensure quality care and an effective work environment

Qualifications of a Facilities Maintenance Technician
Educational and Experience

• HS diploma or GED equivalent
• Min 2 years of experience in construction, building, mechanical, electrical and/or plumbing

• Trade schooling and/or certificate in mechanical maintenance or similar area a plus.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Professional interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community
• Knowledge of hand and power tools, materials, and methods used in general maintenance work
• Ability and physical strength sufficient to move objects
• Ability to recognize and report hazards and apply safe work methods
• Commitment to strong customer service focus rooted in empathy
• Organizational skills to prioritize workload and meet deadlines, develop and carry-out project assignments in an efficient and timely manner and to provide accurate and succinct documentation of activities
• Comfortable with MS Office Suite and windows-based applications
• Ability to interact effectively with persons of widely diverse roles, backgrounds, cultures, and socio-economic classes, those in crises or resistant or negative toward organization

About SouthLight Healthcare
Tap into your passion at SouthLight Healthcare. Build your career in an environment where your voice, passion and work matters every day. At the core of SouthLight is a commitment to our values, our employees and clients. We strive to be an organization where every colleague can contribute and excel. We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a culture that values diversity and inclusion. SouthLight offers competitive opportunities and a robust benefits package.
Founded in 1970, SouthLight Healthcare is one of the area's largest and long-established nonprofit providers of substance use treatment and mental health services. With outpatient and community-based programs, SouthLight provides prevention, education and treatment services in the Triangle and beyond. SouthLight has multiple office locations throughout the Triangle area, serving more than 9,000 clients each year. Services include adult outpatient counseling, Intensive Outpatient Program, Psychiatric Services and Medication Management, Opioid Treatment Program, Court Deferral Program, Peer Support Services, Family Centered Treatment, Community Support Team and a residential treatment program for women and children and more.
We agree not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex. Employment offers are contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment drug screen. Professional references will be checked and criminal, abuse, driving, and fraud background reports will be obtained. Unsatisfactory results of any of these reports may result in SouthLight withdrawing the offer.

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