Maintenance (FT 7a-3:0p)

AdCare, a subsidiary of American Addiction Centers, Inc., is a for-profit substance abuse disorder treatment facility located at 107 Lincoln Street, Worcester, MA 01605 . For over 45 years, AdCare has been helping individuals and families struggling with alcohol and drug use, one life at a time. The AdCare name represents innovation, quality, and cost efficiency in treating alcohol and drug dependency. We are committed to improving the lives of our patients and their families by providing safe, effective, recovery-based alcohol and drug treatment.

Our addiction recovery center(s) provide a comprehensive approach to care. AdCare's integrated system of care offers a range of accessible treatment centers including a 114-bed inpatient hospital and several conveniently located outpatient sites located throughout the Massachusetts and Rhode Island areas. When you join AdCare, you become part of our family. AdCare seeks talented individuals who are passionate, empathetic, engaged in their work and dedicated to serving people. Together, we can enable our patients to live happier and healthier lives. Our purpose and passion are to empower patients, their families, and our communities by helping individuals achieve recovery and optimal wellness of the mind, body, and spirit.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the Facilities Director, the Carpenter will perform a variety of carpentry projects where accuracy, spacing, fit and structural soundness or appearance is essential. Will perform work on interior and exterior of buildings. Familiar with the aspects of remodeling and renovations of areas.

The carpenter will also work as a maintenance technician performing a variety of functions in the upkeep and repair of building and related equipment. This role will also participate in other related safety checks, audits and inspections as well as assisting in painting, plumbing air conditioning or electrical repairs as necessary.

Duties and Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

•  Plans and completes projects from initial layout to final assembly or installation.
• Constructs frame work and installs floors, walls and ceiling covering.
• Will repair shelves, counters, storage cabinets, hang doors, install locks and other similar hardware.
• May replace glass and repair tables, chairs and other facility equipment.
• Uses all carpentry hand tools including but not exclusive to: power tools, bench saw, radial arm saw, jointer, drill, sander for molding, nail gun, miter, etc. and follows operating procedures.
• Operates hand tools for the trade following safety protocols. Cleans and maintains work areas; stores and maintains equipment.

General Maintenance

• Performs typical maintenance tasks to support the entire facility(ies) and grounds.
• Will perform seasonal work outside including snow removal, spreading salt/sand and maintaining the grounds.
• Detects and reports defective material or questionable conditions to the Facilities Director.
• Maintains the work area and equipment in a clean and orderly condition and follows departmental safety protocols.
• Performs preventative maintenance on company equipment and on buildings as needed.
• Receives and responds to work orders via WorxHub; follows up as needed. Communicates any issues that need the support of the Director of Facilities.
• Makes general repairs to buildings, door, walls, floors, windows, furniture, etc.
• Maintains required records and performs safety checks in compliance with JACHO, DPH & OSHA.
• Cleans both exterior and interior job sites and vehicles using appropriate tools and equipment.

Education/Experience:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years related experience in general building maintenance preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the use and maintenance of trades tools and equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups, and effectively communicate, both orally and in writing. (English)
• Possess a valid State of Massachusetts Driver’s License.

Certificates and Licenses:

• OSHA 10 certified preferred
• Home Improvement Contractor license or similar license/certification

Physical Requirements

“AAC is committed to principles of equal opportunities for all employees.  The Company will provide reasonable accommodations that are necessary to comply with State and Federal disability discrimination laws”

American Addiction Centers is an equal opportunity employer.  American Addiction Centers prohibits employment practices that discriminate against individuals or groups of employees on the basis of age, color disability, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran or military status, genetic information or any other category deemed protected by state and/or federal law.