Job Description

Facilities Maintenance Worker I - Environmental Services

The City of Portland operates the Barron Center to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to individuals in need. We are a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. At the Barron Center, our philosophy of care represents more than a viewpoint; it's a commitment. Every member of our team is dedicated to giving our residents and families care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, integrity, accountability, and respect.

The facilities maintenance team performs a variety of semiskilled maintenance work on the building and facilities; including maintaining green space in the spring through fall, and snow removal in the winter. The ideal team member will be a leader that takes pride in their work and values working in a long-term care facility.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• May assist with carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs to buildings, grounds, fences and equipment.
• Changes and installs lights in buildings; assists with installing, maintaining and repairing electrical equipment.
• Paints interior and exterior of buildings, rooms, walls, ceilings and other surfaces; tapes, sands and prepares surfaces for painting.
• Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment.
• May assist with repairs to HVAC equipment and sprinkler systems.
• Participates in winter operations.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Thorough knowledge of building maintenance and ability to make repairs.
• Physical strength, agility and stamina necessary to withstand exposure to adverse climatic conditions.
• The ability to respond to storm snow removal with the maintenance team.
• Valid Maine Class C license.
• Must have and maintain a good driving record.

Expected Hours/Schedule:

40 hours per week, Monday - Friday day shift and rotating on-call service.

Applications accepted until filled. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check, driving record check, pre-employment physical and proof of vaccination(s).

Salary & Benefits:

This is a Labor & Trades union position, Grade 16, starting salary range of $21.55/hr - $24.16/hr, depending on experience and qualifications. The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:

• Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
• Thirteen paid holidays
• Sick, vacation, and personal leave
• Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
• Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
• Use of City recreation facilities
• Fitness Reimbursement
• Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College

If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.

The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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