Join Our Team as a Maintenance Supervisor and help make a difference in the lives of children, youth, and families!

Job Summary

Are you passionate about supporting the healthy development of children, youth, and families for a brighter future?
Look no further! At Northern Children’s Services (Northern), every role in the organization contributes to helping us achieve our mission and vision.
We believe that every child and youth has the potential to transform themselves – no matter their background or life situation.
We work to “walk the talk” when it comes to our organizational values: Excellence, Respect, Resilience, Cultural Humility & Justice, Healing, and Wellness.

Why Choose Us? As a Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll embark on a fulfilling journey.

Leadership Opportunity
Supportive Environment
Empowerment and Progress
Effective Communication
Empowerment Through Planning
Continuous Monitoring and Progress
Documentation Excellence
Networking and Collaboration

Benefits:

We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
Life Insurance/AD&D and LTD: We provide full-time employees with a $20,000 life insurance policy through Mutual of Omaha Company at no cost. Additionally, Mutual of Omaha LTD coverage and AD&D insurance offer financial security to our employees and their families.
Our partner insurance company offers a range of self-funded insurance plans, including accident insurance, cancer insurance, life insurance, critical illness coverage, and short-term disability insurance, providing additional financial protection to our employees.
401(k) Retirement Plan: We offer a 401(k)-savings plan with a generous matching contribution after one year of employment.
Paid Leave: Employees have access to generous paid time off or sick leave, allowing them to prioritize their health and well-being.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Our EAP offers confidential referral and counseling services to help employees and their families manage life's challenges, including stress management, legal and financial concerns, depression, and substance abuse.
Legal Services: Self-funded legal services provide valuable support and resources for various legal matters.

Qualifications You Bring:

Expertise
Physical Capabilities
Trauma-Informed Approach
At Northern Children’s Services, Inc., we value diversity, inclusion, and the well-being of every individual. Join us in our mission to empower children and families, one meaningful interaction at a time. Apply today and be a part of something truly extraordinary!

Northern Children's Services supports the healthy development of children and youth, while stabilizing their families to build stronger communities. Everything we do at Northern Children's Services is designed to create a better future for our families.

Under the management of the Director of Buildings and Grounds, this hands-on position schedules, supervises, and works alongside the NCS maintenance staff, coordinates maintenance projects, cares for and keeps the proper operation of all Northern Children’s Services facilities. The Maintenance Supervisor prioritizes, coordinates, and completes projects from the work request database, B&G Checklists, assignments from Director of B&G, emergency needs, and all other necessary tasks.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF MAINTENANCE SUPERVISOR

Coordinate and perform hands-on maintenance work.
Effectively supervise all maintenance staff and coordinate work projects to address needs and ensure that the buildings and grounds follow all applicable regulations and established agency standards, policies, and procedures.
Work alongside and communicate with NCS custodians and security staff.
Develop, coordinate, and supervise overall corrective and preventative maintenance programs. Complete all projects on time and within budget.
Conduct and record monthly drills, inspections, and reports.
Ensure that projects are developed to maintain the campus in clean and presentable condition.
Complete projects that are not contracted to outside professionals using highest posable standards.
Review the functions and performance within the department to ensure adequacy and conformity with all regulatory requirements.
Prepare and submit reports and paperwork as required in a timely manner.
Remain current regarding technical systems maintenance requirements.
Performs other duties as assigned.

BASIC SKILL SETS

Working knowledge of building trades including HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, wall repair, painting, carpentry, roofing, landscaping, snow removal, monitoring systems, etc.
Skilled in painting and wall repair.
Organize and prioritize work projects and focus on the details.
Work independently and cooperatively as part of a team and the leader.
Supervise staff and communicate effectively with upper management.
Communicate and interact with all staff and residents.
Ability to read and understand regulatory policies including fire, safety, and sanitation regulations.
Must be timely and reliable.
Ability to prepare and monitor budgets

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.
Technical Training required.

Experience:

Minimum five years' experience working in the maintenance field.
At least three years management and supervisory experience.
Excellent working knowledge of buildings and grounds maintenance.
Skilled in Painting and Wall Repair.
Knowledge of building trades including HVAC, boilers, plumbing, electrical, wall repair, painting, carpentry, roofing, landscaping, snow removal, fire monitoring systems, etc.

PHYSICAL CAPABILITIES AND WORK ENVIRONMENT

The physical demands for hands-on technical and professional work described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Travel is required for this position.
Ability to walk up and down stairs, climb ladders, must be comfortable on roofs.
Ability to repeatedly lift 50 pounds, move furniture, and lift lumber.
Ability and willingness to train coworkers in new skills.
Ability to operate a calculator, computer, internet database, email, phone, and text.
Must maintain clean and presentable attire
Occasional weekend, and after-hours emergency response work required.
Must pass FBI, background, and fingerprint checks.
Work is Monday – Friday with frequent weekends and after hours as needed.
Current valid driver’s license. Travel is required through the five-county area.

Trauma-Informed Behavior

Ability to exhibit:

Willingness to learn and maintain the value of a trauma-informed culture.
Commit to the maintenance of a therapeutic environment and community that promotes safety, nonviolence, and resilience as the basis for all we do with clients and staff.
Knowledge and utilization of trauma-informed practices:
Emotional intelligence
Effective communication
Understanding of the impact of trauma on human development
Use of person-first and strengths-based language

Americans with Disabilities: As with all positions at Northern Children’s Services, Inc. we recognize the importance of accommodations individuals with disabilities. In that, we are committed to every extent possible accommodating disabled individual. We recognize the American with Disabilities Act of 1991 and understand the need to reasonably accommodate employees. All accommodation will be evaluated case by case, evaluating the essential functions of the positions.

DISCRIMINATION IS PROHIBITED IN EMPLOYMENT, PROMOTION, ASSIGNMENT OR DISMISSAL, ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, AGE, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, and HANDICAP, OR RECEIPT OF SERVICES FOR MENTAL DISABILITY.

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