Maintenance Support - First Choice Health Centers

First Choice Health Centers is seeking a Maintenance Technician to support facility maintenance, groundskeeping, and general upkeep across multiple sites. This individual will be responsible for maintaining safe, clean, and functional spaces for our staff and patients. This role covers a range of maintenance services, from basic repairs to emergency inspections, and occasional support for courier and housekeeping tasks. This position is in East Hartford, CT with travel to additional sites.

Status: Part time working approximately 24 hours per week

Why First Choice?

We are committed to you! We offer great training, great benefits, career growth and employee well-being!

• Retirement savings program, including a safe harbor 401k with up to a 4% company match after 6 months of employment
• Complimentary premium Calm membership for you and 5 additional memberships you can share (1 mental health app)
• Recognition programs
• Paid Basic Life Support certification with renewal every 2 years.
• Primarily Monday through Friday schedule starting as early as 7:30am.
• The hourly range for this position is $18.00 - $22/hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to related work experience, certifications, etc.

For more than 25 years First Choice Health Centers has been a leading nonprofit human services organization that breaks down barriers to care helping individuals and communities live healthier lives. To learn more about First Choice Health Centers, visit us at firstchc.org.

Minimum Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

• Communication (written and verbal)
• Computer (Work Ticketing System/ Work Order Queue experience preferred)
• Attention to detail and organization

Experience and Training:

• Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Specialized training in trades such as HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work is desired but not required.
• Minimum of 1 year Maintenance experience

Standard Job Duties:

• Installs, repairs, and replaces plumbing components such as faucets, sinks, toilets, and toilet mechanisms.
• Repair and improve facility interiors and exteriors including ceilings, walls, doors, windows, floors, parking lots, sidewalks, steps, and landscape.
• Complete and document inspections for Emergency Management and Fire Safety Systems.
• Occasionally assist with courier functions when courier is absent or additional support is needed.
• Occasionally assist with housekeeping functions when housekeeping staff is absent or additional support is needed.
• Ensures grounds are kept tidy and free of debris and/or hazards
• Assist LMT with moves and deliveries of office furniture and equipment such as desks, chairs, file cabinets, tables, refrigerators, and supplies.

First Choice is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

COVID-19 considerations: Employees at First Choice Health Centers must be vaccinated against COVID-19. Certain exemptions may apply.

First Choice is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.