POSITION SUMMARY

 This position is part time

The purpose of your job position is to assist the Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day activities (installing, repairing and upkeep) of the facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations that govern the facility and to ensure the safety of all residents and personnel as directed by your supervisor and/or the Administrator. You will always be helping transport patients as needed. 

The Maintenance Assistant will treat each resident with kindness, dignity and respect. They will work cooperatively with all departments and multidisciplinary teams. They will be committed to always doing the right thing.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 Reminding staff to follow all safety regulations, facility policies and hand-washing procedures

 Performing regular inspections of resident rooms for order safety and proper performance of equipment

 Providing or scheduling facility repairs as needed

 Using protective safety equipment as required

 Monitoring electrical and hydraulic systems routinely to ensure functionality

 Coordinating routine terminal isolation procedures with nursing and housekeeping

 Confirming that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored

 Assisting in maintaining material data safety sheets (MSDS)

 Ensuring that assigned personnel wear and use protective safety equipment as required

 Ensuring that fire protection and prevention programs are maintained by all personnel

 Maintaining the facilities interior and exterior area neat

 Keeping the storage area neat and safe

 Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of each shift

 Maintaining maintenance logs weekly, monthly and quarterly as required

 Working within parameters of operational budget

 Attending annual in-service meetings

 Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times

 Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediately

Driving to locations as needed

Treating each resident with dignity and respect 

 Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

 High school diploma or GED preferred

 Trade school or college courses in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, etc. a plus

Clean Driving record 

Dependable and reliable 

Qualifications / Experience

 Must have minimum of 1 year experience working in skilled nursing or hospital setting

 Must have knowledge of carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing

 Must be able to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment

 Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language

 Must be able to follow detailed directions

Must have a valid driver license 

Working Conditions

 May encounter frequent interruptions and need to reschedule maintenance activities

 May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times such as weekends and holidays

 Is subject to call‑back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post‑disaster, etc.)

 May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

 May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

 May be required to work in cramped spaces and in adverse weather conditions

 May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants

Physical Requirements

 Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day in all different areas of the facility

 Must be able to stand, bend and reach throughout the day

 Repetitive hand motion

 Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet

 Ability to read fine print on equipment or operational pamphlets