Facilities Technician (Temporary) at Mountainside Treatment Center – Canaan, Connecticut

About the Position:

Mountainside Treatment Center is seeking a dependable and skilled individual to join our Maintenance Department. The ideal candidate will have a foundational knowledge of building trades and a hands-on approach to maintaining, repairing, and enhancing our facilities. This role plays a key part in ensuring a safe, functional, and welcoming environment for our clients and staff.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Your Role:

• Help to uphold the appearance expectations of Mountainside Treatment Center facilities.
• Help to maintain and repair Mountainside assets for optimal performance.
• Help to ensure maintenance supply inventory is adequate in coordination with the Maintenance Supervisor and the Facilities Manager.
• Be prepared to assist other Operations Departments with special requests such as the Grounds Department for snow removal.
• Perform furniture moving tasks as required.
• Perform Maintenance Department vehicle safety checks.
• Assist during fire drills and respond promptly to alarms and other safety concerns.
• Perform inspections of major mechanical infrastructure such as generators and the fire suppression sprinkler systems.
• Assist in mechanical infrastructure in coordination with seasonal needs.
• Assist other departments to achieve successful completion of collaborative projects.

What we are looking for:

• Dedicated individual with a strong desire for professional development.
• Strong multitasking and organizational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities with strong skills in task planning and prioritization.
• Work independently and as a team member to help with departmental needs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Comfort in seeking advice, instruction and assistance when necessary.
• Experience and interest in working around persons in treatment for substance use disorder.

Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalency required.
• Basic trades training and/or experience including but not limited to plumbing, HVAC, electrical, and patching/painting preferred.
• Must be able to regularly lift up to 50 pounds and be able to spend long periods of time walking/standing.
• Must have basic computer skills including competence in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook and use of internet applications.
• Must have a clean driving record and a valid driver's license.

Compensation:

The base rate of pay for this position is $22.00 to $26.00 per hour. Actual pay is determined based on a number of job-related factors including skills, education, training, credentials, experience, scope and complexity of role responsibilities, geographic location, performance, and working conditions.

Benefits:

• Paid Sick Time
• Free meals while working on the Canaan campus

About Mountainside:

Mountainside Treatment Center is a dynamic, fast-paced and growing recovery facility that values innovation and an obsession with providing Best in Class service to our Clients. Founded in 1998, we are a leading behavioral healthcare provider dedicated to treating alcohol dependency and drug addiction. Accredited by The Joint Commission and CARF for its high standards of care, Mountainside seeks out passionate and talented individuals to join its staff. We believe that every employee, regardless of position, plays a vital role in our success.