Maintenance Technician I

Job Summary

Incumbent will assist with a wide variety of maintenance projects including but not limited to KIC interior / exterior building repair, grounds, internal / external systems, and offices. Requires availability for flexible schedules and work assignments outside of regularly scheduled shift(s) (evenings, weekends, extended shifts, etc.).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples include but not limited to: drywall repair, painting, door / window repair or replacement, and other building fixtures.

Projects for KIC Maintenance Department may include rehabilitation of commercial structures in the Ketchikan area, including but not limited to:

• Cabinetry Fabrication;
• Intermediate carpentry;
• Roofing application (all types);
• Exterior and Ground maintenance;
• Decks and siding;
• Basic plumbing and electrical systems.

Reports any unsafe conditions to appropriate supervisor upon discovery. Comply with federal and state laws and regulations regarding the protection of the health of employees and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.

KIC COMPETENCIES

Cultural Competency: To be respectful and responsive to the health beliefs, practices, and cultural and linguistic needs of KIC Tribal Members. Developing cultural competence is an evolving, dynamic process that takes time and occurs along a continuum.

Commitment: To serve Tribal Members and set a high standard for yourself in your performance; strive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and bring issues to closure; and stay persistent despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service: Meet/exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identify, understand, and monitor the needs of both internal and external customers, always talk and act with customers in mind; and recognize working colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication: Ensure important information is passed to those who need to know; convey necessary information with respect, clearly and effectively orally or in writing

Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrate a high level of conscientiousness; hold oneself personally responsible for one's own work; and do the required fair share of work.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair;
• Knowledge of basic safety;
• Knowledge of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA);
• Ability to use hand / power tools;
• Ability to communicate professionally over the telephone and in person in a positive and clear manner;
• Ability to manage multiple tasks, including telephone and in-person visits simultaneously;
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and able to prioritize assignments;
• Ability to take verbal instruction and complete assigned project by established deadline;
• Ability to be flexible in order to perform at the highest level as a team player;
• Ability to utilize maximum degree of professionalism and diplomacy with those who may be experiencing a high degree of stress both mentally and/or physically;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all KIC operations and staff.

Physical Activities

Must have full range of physical motion as required to properly operate manual and electric power tools. Ability to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl into awkward spaces. Routinely lifting and carrying items and boxes up to forty (40) pounds. Verbally communicate to exchange information. Normal visual and hearing range with or without correction.

Working Conditions

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a variety of environments and weather with exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals in both indoor and outdoor construction, carpentry, maintenance, and sanitization duties. Employees will be working in/on KIC properties while occupied by patients, staff, clients, etc. Therefore, must be courteous, considerate and neat in appearance.

QUALIFICATIONS

Licensure

Possess current valid State of Alaska driver's license with a record acceptable to KIC’s Insurance carrier.

Education / Experience

High school diploma or equivalent required. Related experience preferred, on-the-job training available.