Nexus-Indian Oaks is looking to add an outstanding Facilities Technician to our team. Come join an organization with a real purpose!

Nexus-Indian Oaks is located 50 miles south of Chicago in the small, rural community of Manteno, Illinois.  We offer a unique homelike setting, where boys and girls ages 12 to 21 live, eat, exercise, and go to school on campus.  Helping youth face difficult challenges isn’t easy — but for most of us, it’s the most satisfying work we’ve ever done.

If you have a passion for changing lives and inspiring hope, please apply!

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Maintain physical plant and grounds

Inspect building structure for safety problems and notify supervisor of results of inspections. Mow lawns, cut shrubbery, rake leaves, shovel snow, and perform landscaping duties. Complete work orders and related reports and submit to supervisor. If necessary, secure the building and storage areas at the end of each working day.

Maintain furniture and equipment

Move furniture and furnishing and notify supervisor regarding needed repairs and/or other facility problems. Perform furniture repair and refinishing when appropriate. Maintain on-site storage areas. Maintain facility vehicles.

Assist in construction and/or repair projects for the physical plant

Under supervision, assist in projects that may involve painting, carpet, or linoleum installation. Assist in repairing heating system, broken faucets/sinks, heating and water chiller, and AC systems as assigned. Identify problems in the emergency power and generator systems and in the fire alarm systems through routine
inspection, report findings to supervisor. Troubleshoot equipment to assess problem and recommend plan of action.

Safety, Compliance & Policy & Procedure

Remains current on all fire, safety and maintenance codes for the facility; adheres to department procedures and
policies; remains current on all required training and certifications. Exhibits a spirit of cooperation among coworkers and complies with all home office and agency policies and
procedures: displays ethical conduct, professionalism and maintains healthy boundaries at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or GED required 2 years related work experience in building maintenance, construction or an additional trade required Must possess proven skills in at least 2 of the following areas: plumbing, woodworking, general electrical, vehicle
maintenance or landscaping Must have the ability to meet Life Safety codes Valid driver’s license required. Must meet state regulating agency and Nexus Home Office driving requirements

Nice to Have:

3+ years’ experience with building maintenance, construction or additional trade

Physical Demands: 

Must be able to lift up to 70 pounds unassisted and up to 125+ pounds with assistance Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time (2-4 hours) Must be able to climb ladders, work at tall heights and crawl in tight spaces Must be able to twist, bend and stretch in a manner conducive to the execution of daily maintenance activities as
required above

Work Environment:

Must be able to spend time operating and driving a vehicle Excellent sensory skills are important (sight, hearing and speech) as well as the ability to communicate effectively This role routinely uses a vehicle, standard office equipment such as desktop and/or laptop computers, photocopiers, and smartphones

Schedule and Pay:

Full-time, on-site opportunity Pay Rate:  $20.77 per hour

ICARE Values & Behavioral Competencies:

Innovation: Leading the way and implementing creative, cutting-edge ideas and approaches Compassion: Listening, honoring differences, and showing respect, kindness, empathy care, and concern Agility: Exhibiting flexibility and adapting quickly Responsiveness: Being quick, positive and accurate Excellence: Demonstrating quality results that surpass ordinary standards

Nexus’ Comprehensive Benefits Include:

Four weeks paid time off (PTO) in the first year of employment Multiple options for health insurance coverage No-cost life insurance Short/long-term disability insurance 401k match NEW - Talkspace Therapy Benefit for the whole family NEW - Hinge Health Benefit for the whole family NEW – Carrot Fertility Benefit Tuition assistance and training opportunities Advancement pathways and internal promotion And much more!

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion:

At Nexus Family Healing, our voices and actions are focused on recognizing, affirming and respecting people of every race, ethnic background, socio-economic status, sexual orientation, gender expression and faith.

APPLY TODAY TO BE CONTACTED BY OUR RECRUITING TEAM!  When you work at Nexus, you have the opportunity to change lives — including your own!LI-Onsite