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City of Portland City of Portland - Facilities Maintenance Worker I - Environmental Services in Portland, Maine
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City of Portland - Facilities Maintenance Worker I - Environmental Services
Health and Human Services Department - Barron Center
About the Barron Center
The City of Portland operates the Barron Center to provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to individuals in need. We are a mission driven facility with over 200 years of history in our community. At the Barron Center, our philosophy of care represents more than a viewpoint; its a commitment. Every member of our team is dedicated to giving our residents and families care that is supported by the highest order of compassion, integrity, accountability, and respect.
Job Summary
The facilities maintenance team performs a variety of semiskilled maintenance work on the building and facilities; including maintaining green space in the spring through fall, and snow removal in the winter. The ideal team member will be a leader that takes pride in their work and values working in a long-term care facility.
Duties & Responsibilities:
May assist with carpentry, plumbing, electrical and mechanical repairs to buildings, grounds, fences and equipment.
Changes and installs lights in buildings; assists with installing, maintaining and repairing electrical equipment.
Paints interior and exterior of buildings, rooms, walls, ceilings and other surfaces; tapes, sands and prepares surfaces for painting
Makes minor repairs and adjustments to equipment
May assist with repairs to HVAC equipment and sprinkler systems
Participates in winter operations
Required Skills & Experience:
Thorough knowledge of building maintenance and ability to make repairs
Physical strength, agility and stamina necessary to withstand exposure to adverse climatic conditions
The ability to respond to storm snow removal with the maintenance team
Valid Maine Class C license
Must have and maintain a good driving record
Expected Hours/Schedule:
40 hours per week, Monday - Friday day shift and rotating on-call service
Deadline Extended - Applications accepted until April 24, 2026.
Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory criminal background check, driving record check, pre-employment physical and proof of vaccination(s).
Salary & Benefits:
This is a Labor & Trades union position, Grade 16, starting salary range of \$22.41/hour - \$25.13/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
The City of Portland prides itself on its outstanding benefits and collegial and mission-driven work environment. City benefits include:
Free employee health insurance with the completion of wellness incentives
Thirteen paid holidays
Sick, vacation, and personal leave
Life, dental, vision and income protection insurances
Choice of retirement plans, including a pension plan
Use of City recreation facilities
Fitness Reimbursement
Discount on professional development programs through USM and Thomas College
If you have any questions or need assistance with the application, please email Human Resources at jobs@portlandmaine.gov or call 207-874-8624.
The City of Portland believes that to do our best work, our employees need to reflect the diverse, vibrant community we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation, please call 207-874-8624 or email hrinfo@portlandmaine.gov.
To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7076344