Indian Preference in hiring is given to qualified enrolled members of Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) and Native Americans consistent with P.L. 93-638 and in accordance with KIC policy and other applicable federal laws.

 

PURPOSE

Ketchikan Indian Community (KIC) job descriptions are a management tool to help organize duties and provide employees with the employer's expectations with regard to a specific job classification. The responsibilities listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is a reasonable assignment for the position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

 

JOB SUMMARY

Incumbent will assist with a wide variety of maintenance projects including but not limited to KIC interior / exterior building repair, grounds, internal / external systems, and offices.  Requires availability for flexible schedules and work assignments outside of regularly scheduled shift(s) (evenings, weekends, extended shifts, etc.).

 

JOB DUTIES & REPONSIBILITIES 

Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Including but not limited to:Drywall repairPaintingDoor/Window repair or replacementOther building fixtures

Projects for KIC maintenance department may include rehabilitation of commercial structures in the Ketchikan area, including but not limited to: Cabinetry fabrication Intermediate carpentry Roofing application Exterior & Ground Maintenance Decks & siding Basic plumbing & electrical systems

Reports any unsafe conditions to appropriate supervisor upon discovery. Comply with federal and state laws and regulations regarding the protection of the health of employees and proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE) provided.

Other duties as assigned

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience)

• Highschool Diploma or Equivalent required
•  A combination of relevant experience, education, and training may substitute for education and experience requirements on a year-for-year basis.
•  Proof of valid driver's license with acceptable driving record (when DL is required for the job).

 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (Education & Experience)

• Related job experience, on the job training available.

 

NECESSARY KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair 
• Knowledge of basic safety Ability to use hand/power tools 
• Ability to take verbal instruction 
• Strong understanding and sensitivity to American Indian/Alaska Native (AI/AN) Tribal culture and lifestyle, working effectively with AI/AN populations. 
• Effective oral and written communication skills with sensitivity to the lifestyles of targeted participants. 
• Skills in operating personal computers using a variety of computer software. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with management, coworkers, and outside contacts. 
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality and comply with all applicable federal and tribal privacy laws and KIC policy (HIPAA, HITECH, etc.). 
• Ability to learn and apply program/agency operating policies and procedures. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks concurrently and meet deadlines. 
• Ability to work independently as well as with teams.

 

KIC COMPETENCIES

Cultural Competency: To be respectful and responsive to the health beliefs, practices, and cultural and linguistic needs of KIC Tribal Members. Developing cultural competence is an evolving, dynamic process that takes time and occurs along a continuum.

Commitment: To serve Tribal Members and set a high standard for yourself in your performance; strive for results and success; convey a sense of urgency and bring issues to closure; and stay persistent despite obstacles and opposition.

Customer Service: Meet/exceed the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers; identify, understand, and monitor the needs of both internal and external customers; always talk and act with customers in mind; and recognize working colleagues as customers.

Effective Communication: Ensure important information is passed to those who need to know; convey necessary information with respect, clearly and effectively orally or in writing

Responsiveness and Accountability: Demonstrate a high level of conscientiousness; hold oneself personally responsible for one's own work; and do the required fair share of work.

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that an employee must meet to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions. 

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and/or sit. The employee is occasionally required to walk, sit, climb, or balance. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 40lbs.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception.  The noise level in the work environment is usually average.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a variety of environments and weather with exposure to dust, fumes, and chemicals in both indoor and outdoor construction, carpentry, maintenance, and sanitization duties.  Employees will be working in/on KIC properties while occupied by patients, staff, clients, etc.  Therefore, must be courteous, considerate and neat in appearance.

 

CONDITIONS OF HIRE

May be required to possess and maintain a valid driver's license or capable of obtaining one, as well as be insurable by KIC's company insurance.

KIC is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees must adhere to KIC drug and alcohol policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace. Employees must pass a pre-employment and subsequent random and/or for cause drug and alcohol screening to be eligible for and maintain employment.

KIC has several positions that must comply with the P.L. 101-630 Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Protection Act (ICPA); all employment offers in the "covered" classification are conditional until KIC has received a Federal criminal background check verifying eligibility to work in these programs.