Position Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Specialist is responsible for overall maintenance, cleanliness, safety, and functionality of Mid-Columbia Children’s Council (MCCC) facilities and equipment. This position ensures all buildings meet federal, state, and local health and safety regulations, including compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards (HSPPS).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions of this job include, but are not limited to:

General Maintenance

1.     Perform routine maintenance, including plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC tasks.

2.     Respond promptly to maintenance requests and work orders from center staff.

3.     Maintain interior areas of facilities including classrooms, offices, bathrooms, and kitchens.

4.     Maintain outdoor play equipment and playgrounds to ensure all are safe and free of hazards.

Safety & Compliance

5.     Conduct regular health and safety inspections of facilities and indoor equipment.

6.     Ensure compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, OSHA regulations, and local building codes.

7.     Identify and correct safety hazards promptly.

8.     Maintain and monitor fire safety systems such as extinguishers, alarms, and emergency exits.

9.     Monitor and maintain pest control and assist with pest control services as needed. Attend annual Integrated Pest Management training.

10. Actively participate in safety committee.

Cleaning & Sanitation Support

11. Support custodial staff or perform cleaning duties when needed, particularly during absences or emergencies.

12. Ensure compliance with sanitation protocols in classrooms, restrooms, kitchens, and other program areas.

13. Safely handle and store cleaning supplies and chemicals in accordance with safety regulations.

Preventive Maintenance & Repairs

14. Implement preventive maintenance schedules for HVAC systems, lighting, plumbing, and other building systems.

15. Repair or arrange for repairs to equipment, fixtures, and furniture.

16. Coordinate with licensed contractors for specialized or large-scale repairs as needed.

Record Keeping & Reporting

17. Maintain logs of inspections, repairs, and maintenance activities.

18. Prepare facilities for licensing inspections, audits, and safety reviews.

19. Monitor and maintain inventory of maintenance supplies, tools, and equipment.

Facility Support

20. Set up rooms and equipment for program events, trainings, and special activities.

21. Assist in moving furniture, equipment, or materials within and between sites as needed.

22. Ensure mechanical systems (e.g., heating, cooling, lighting) are fully functional and meet program needs.

OTHER

23. Perform all other work-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Required

·       High School Diploma

·       Sufficient English proficiency to comprehend both oral and written directions.

Preferred

·       Associate’s degree

·       Valid driver’s license, proof of insurability, and cleared state driving record check.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to communicate and exchange information with others. They must be able to observe and assess their surroundings and detect any potential dangers or hazards. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is required to operate office productivity machinery and vehicles. This position requires the employee to move about both inside and outdoors and also to remain in a stationary position for some time. They may need to position themselves in various postures and ascend/descend ramps, ladders and/or stairs. The employee must be able to move up to 100 lbs. Below is a more detailed list of physical demands and requirements for this position. While the list below is not all inclusive, it does provide an accurate representation of what is expected in this position.

Note

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.

Equal Opportunity Employer

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex (including gender identity and sexual orientation), disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.  

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.  

To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at: How to File a Complaint, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:  

(1) mail:  

U.S. Department of Agriculture  

Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights  

1400 Independence Avenue, SW  

Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or 

(2) fax:  

(202) 690-7442; or  

(3) email:  

[email protected]  

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.