Facilities Worker

Harmony Hill School (HHS), a private, non-profit residential treatment center and school for male youths aged 8 to 18 in Glocester, RI, has an immediate full time opening for a reliable, experienced Facilities Worker to join our team.

This is a full time 40 hour/week position with a regular work schedule of 8am-4pm, Monday through Friday. The work schedule is subject to change based on facilities projects and/or weather considerations. The Facilities Worker will also participate in an on-call rotation with other members of the Facilities team.

Job Duties

The Facilities Worker will complete a variety of custodial duties and light maintenance to ensure that all campus buildings, grounds and recreational structures are well-maintained and provide a safe, clean and supportive environment for the youth in our care. Job duties will include:

• Perform custodian duties within select buildings to include regular cleaning of offices, stairwells, classrooms, bathrooms and dormitories.
• Clean and sanitize bathrooms and replenishing paper and soap dispensers.
• Vacuum and spot clean carpets. Scrub, strip, varnish and buff hard floor surfaces.
• Perform snow removal using snow blower, shoveling, sanding and salting of walkways and steps.
• Troubleshoot issues to determine necessary repairs. Perform general repairs such as drywall, painting, doors, locks, building fixture that do not require a specialized technician.
• Perform routine and preventative maintenance of building systems and equipment as directed and in accordance with established standards and guidelines.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong communication and collaboration skills along with the ability to prioritize tasks and be detail-oriented with strong problem solving skills.
• Strong work ethic with attention to detail and the ability to maintain high work standards of cleanliness and organization.

Qualifications & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional trade training is preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• 1-3 years of relevant work experience is preferred.
• Physical requirements for this position include the ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods; full use and dexterity of hands/arms/legs/feet; climb ladders, bend, lift, and crawl into awkward spaces, must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Must successfully complete required driving record, criminal and child abuse/neglect background screenings.