Maintenance Worker

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Maintenance Worker at Walton Academy for Growth and Change in DeFuniak Springs, FL

Located near the white sand beaches of Northwest Florida in DeFuniak Springs - At Walton Academy, we provide residential treatment to improving the lives of high risk Youth through mental health and substance abuse services. We offer skills and opportunities to our youth from Carpentry/Home Builders Institute, Sports to Culinary Arts.

Pay: $21.00/hourly

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance. Paid Time Off that you can use as soon as it accrues, free meals on shift, 9 paid holidays and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2 (

Day in the Life: The Maintenance Worker performs work orders such as general building maintenance, changing light bulbs, minor electrical repairs, repairing drywall, painting, sheetrock, adjusting locks and hardware, minor plumbing repairs, unplugging drains, re-lighting, maintaining smoke detectors and emergency lights, grounds maintenance, etc. Maintains the vehicle fleet. Completes required reports and documentation in a timely manner.

To be considered you should: Possess a high school diploma. Prior building maintenance experience preferred. Must possess a valid state drivers license and have an acceptable driving record for the past (3) years. Ability to pass a criminal background clearance check, drug screen, physical and TB test. Ability to prepare written reports and correspondence. Must have excellent organization and time management skills. Ability to work at least 40 hours per week and designated schedule with the possibility of a varied schedule and overtime.

Apply today and Make a Difference in the Lives of Youth!

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Maintenance Worker you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building some career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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