Lead Maintenace Technician- Rhode Island

Provides maintenance support for the site properties and structures. Facilitates maintenance support to provide a safe, clean environment for staff, families, youth and visitors.

SCHEDULE: Monday-Friday 7a-4p

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Repairs or contracts structural woodwork and equipment repairs.
• Performs corrective and preventative maintenance, while ensuring equipment is in good working condition.
• Facilitates carpentry projects, estimates costs, RFP support and requisitions supplies.
• Maintains company fleet vehicles and tracks maintenance.
• Facilitates grounds and landscaping (mowing, trimming, snow removal, etc.).
• Uses Boys Town vehicle for transporting supplies and equipment.
• Facilitates and completes assigned work orders in a timely manner.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Broad knowledge of construction practices, tools, and safety and building codes.
• Strong administrative skills.
• Computer knowledge and capabilities (Microsoft Office products, CMMS, Workday).
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to recognize good craftmanship and quality of products & services.
• Strong communication, time management and organizational skills.
• Strong vendor relationships.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Knowledge of risk management.
• Knowledge of Emergency Action Plans.
• Knowledge of National Fire Protection Association (NFPA).
• Ability to supervise, encourage and coach staff.
• Ability to be professional with inspectors, architects, engineers, etc.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum 5 years of maintenance experience required.
• Experience in a multitude of disciplines to include HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, Carpentry, etc. required.
• Experience in construction methods required.
• Possess a valid driver's license with a good driving record required.
• Pass an annual Motor Vehicle Registration (MVR) check required.
• On-call (continuously or rotationally) to provide support and must be available to work evenings, weekends, and holidays if needed required.
• Ability to travel to several different sites nationwide required.
• Pesticide and fertilizer applicator licenses may be required at some locations.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• OSHA 10 Hour training preferred.
• National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) certification preferred.
• Other Duties: This job description incorporates the essential functions and duties required for this position. However, other duties may be required and assigned at times and as determined by a supervisor in order to meet the needs of the organization.
• Serves as a role model in carrying out activities and behaviors that reflect the values and principles of the Boys Town mission.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS, EQUIPMENT USAGE, WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Moderate to heavy physical activity having to occasionally lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and 100 pounds with assistance and walking, standing, or kneeling for extended periods of time and requires agility to work in difficult locations such as crawl spaces, attics, roofs and closets. May work at heights of 10 feet or more. Significant time will be spent at outdoor construction sites where temperatures may vary from excessive heat to extreme cold or in a shop environment, which includes dust, noise, and some discomfort due to temperature, work with a variety of tools, power tools, and chemicals.

Care and respect for others is more than a commitment at Boys Town – it is the foundation of who we are and what we do.
At Boys Town, we cultivate a culture of belonging for all employees that respects their individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe that our differences enable us to be a better team – one that makes better decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
About Boys Town:
Boys Town has been changing the way America cares for children and families since 1917. With over a century of service, our employees have helped us grow from a small boardinghouse in downtown Omaha, Nebraska, into one of the largest national child and family care organizations in the country. With the addition of Boys Town National Research Hospital in 1977, our services branched out into the health care and research fields, offering even more career opportunities to those looking to make a real difference.

Our employees are our #1 supporters when it comes to achieving Boys Town's mission, which is why we are proud of their commitment to making the world a better place for children, families, patients, and communities. A unique feature for employees and their dependents enrolled in medical benefits are reduced to no cost visits for services performed by a Boys Town provider at a Boys Town location. Additional costs savings for the employee and their dependents are found in our pharmacy benefits with low to zero-dollar co-pays on certain maintenance drugs. Boys Town takes your mental health seriously with no cost mental health visits to an in-network provider. We help our employees prepare for retirement with a generous match on their 401K or 401K Roth account. Additional benefits include tuition assistance, parenting resources from our experts and professional development opportunities within the organization, just to name a few. Working at Boys Town is more than just a job, it is a way of life.

This advertisement describes the general nature of work to be performed and does not include an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, or abilities required. Boys Town is an equal employment opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. To request a disability-related accommodation in the application process, contact us