Maintenance Technician

Asheville NC

Description

ABOUT VERNER For over 20 years, Verner Center for Early Learning has been a leader in more ways than one: our commitment to developing the youngest among us, our thorough support for families and communities, and our investment in the development of educators. Verner’s centers provide a supportive, inclusive work environment, with a strong emphasis on one-on-one mentorship. All Verner staff are also entitled to freshly prepared lunches courtesy of our Rainbow in My Tummy nutrition program. JOB DESCRIPTION The Maintenance Technician will report to and work directly with the Director of Maintenance. The Maintenance Department is responsible and accountable for all upkeep, maintenance, and service functions of the (2) Verner locations. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma or GED Ability to perform general repair work An understanding of plumbing, wiring, and basic construction Valid NC Driver’s license and good driving record Experience with project management a plus Previous plumbing experience is a plus Pass a state and federal background check RESPONSIBILITIES As assigned by the Director of Maintenance responsibilities will include, but are not limited to plumbing, cleaning, painting, electrical work, & carpentry Respond to work orders for repair and maintenance work in a timely manner Basic building repairs and upgrades Perform landscaping duties at all (2) Verner locations Assemble purchased equipment and furniture Perform routine maintenance and repair of playground equipment and grounds Other duties as assigned BENEFITS & COMPENSATION Free freshly prepared lunch daily Continuing education & training opportunities Opportunity to work with a great team in an inclusive work environment Affordable Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance after 90 days of employment. This includes FREE employee only basic medical insurance! Life Insurance Short & Long term disability Matching 403(b) retirement plan 5 1/2 weeks paid time off your first year (this includes PTO and Holidays) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands or arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Verner Center for Early Learning is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In accordance with the Early Head Start mandate COVID-19 vaccination is required, with religious and medical exemptions accepted as required by law. All Verner centers embrace DEIB (Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging) as organizing principles to foster safe and inclusive workplaces.