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Description

Devereux is seeking an energetic Maintenance Technician that is willing to learn some trade skills and basic maintenance knowledge, HVAC, electrical, light construction, safety inspections, OSHA and hospital regulations.

Being a Maintenance Technician at Devereux has its Advantages:

You will work with other dedicated professionals who share your passion for helping individuals in need!

As a Maintenance Specialist you will display a thorough understanding of trade skills necessary for operation within the department and Center.

Some responsibilities will include:

* Maintains equipment and tools in proper working conditions and ensures proper storage. Ensures that time and materials are used in an efficient manner.

* Selects materials required to perform assignment. Improve and requests additional materials as appropriate.

* Completes work order documentation ensuring information is completed in a timely and accurate manner.

* Ensures that the work and shop areas are clean and organized. Remains aware of safety regulations in performing work and storage of materials.

* Performs comprehensive maintenance duties including carpentry, electrical work, lawn care, painting, patching/plastering, plumbing, welding, HVAC, and locksmith work.

* Leads the work of maintenance staff in projects related to area(s) of technical expertise.

* Under the direction of supervisor acquires proper materials. Identifies needs and recommends alternative solutions.

* Annual training and certifications remain up to date and complete.

**Interested in advancing your career?** Devereux is proud to offer ASCEND - the first career accelerator program exclusively designed to give behavioral healthcare workers - the career guidance, one-on-one coaching, skills and financial assistance you need to reach your full potential.This program includes **100%** of tuition covered (up to **$15k** reimbursed annually for undergraduate and **$25k** reimbursed annually for graduate) and student loan repayment! Learn morehere.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health Georgia was established in Cobb County Georgia in 1973 at the invitation of Governor Jimmy Carter and for more than 40 years has been providing new hopes, new dreams, and new choices for children, adolescents and young adults struggling with emotional and behavioral health challenges. Located in Kennesaw, GA, this position is responsible for performing general maintenance duties to provide for the safety and upkeep of the center and building grounds.

Devereux has a zero-tolerance policy for abuse and maintains policies and procedures to systematically reduce the risk of abuse to occur in our organization. Devereux fosters a culture of reporting abuse, and will cooperate with the authorities to the fullest extent possible.

_* For your protection, all maintenance personnel will be fit-tested for the N95 mask. An N95 mask will be worn when working with children with infections. A medical evaluation will be completed, unless exempt under the standards._

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Qualifications

Requirements:

+ High School Diploma or equivalent. Must be 21 years of age.

+ Must possess current, valid driver's license.

+ Minimum of (1) year of experience performing semi-skilled maintenance and repair work involving; carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, fire alarm, locksmith, mechanics and general trades.

+ Be flexible, patient, energetic, creative, and embrace our mission of Servant Leadership!

+ Have a strong passion for working with and helping children

+ Complete an extensive 2 week training program (paid) from 8:30-5:30pm on our campus in Kennesaw

+ Background checks - Drug Free Workplace

BENEFITS WORKING FOR DEVEREUX:

+ Working on a beautiful landscaped campus with several buildings

+ Incredible benefits package (Medical, Dental and 403b)

+ Free meals during work schedule

**Posted Date** _1 week ago_ _(5/2/2025 2:01 PM)_

**_Requisition ID_** _2025-44110_

**_Category_** _Facilities_

**_Position Type_** _Full-Time_

The employment policies of Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health are to recruit and hire qualified employees without discrimination because of race, religion, creed, color, age, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, communication ability, gender identity or expression or sexual orientation and to treat them equally with respect to compensation and opportunities for advancement - including upgrading, promotion and transfer - consistent with individual skills and the needs of Devereux.