Position: Maintenance Assistant

Location: Norwalk, CA

Schedule: Full Time Tuesday-Saturday 10 to 6

Pay Range: $18-23

Job Description:

The primary purpose of your job position is to maintain the grounds, facility, equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area.
• Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be (NOTE: Such occurrences must be reported on the shift in which they occur.)
• Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas.
• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator.
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed or called.
• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.
• File complaints/grievances with your supervisor.
• Attend and participate in annual OSHA and CDC in-service training for hazard communication, TB management, and bloodborne pathogens standard.

Safety and Sanitation:

• Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
• Follow established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance services.
• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies (e.g., back brace, mechanical lifts, etc.) when lifting or moving heavy objects.
• Wear non-slip shoes as required.
• Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Keep work areas free of hazardous conditions, i.e., grease/oil spills, excess supplies, equipment, etc., to assure that all established safety rules/regulations are followed at all times. Refer to material safety data sheets (MSDSs) when necessary.
• Follow established policies governing the use of labels and MSDSs.
• Ensure that assigned work areas are maintained in a clean, safe, comfortable, and attractive manner.
• Follow proper techniques when mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning. Refer to manufacturer’s instructions when necessary.
• Follow established policies governing the use of labels and MSDSs.
• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to your supervisor immediately.
• Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of the work day, etc.
• Ensure that established infection control and universal precautions practices are maintained when performing maintenance procedures.
• Participate in appropriate in-service training program prior to performing tasks that involve potential exposure to blood, body fluids, or hazardous chemicals.
• Report missing or improperly labeled containers of hazardous chemicals to you supervisor.
• Use appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling infectious materials.
• Follow established hand washing procedures.
• Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with our established sanitation procedures.
• Follow established policies governing the use/disposal of personal protective equipment and disposal of infectious wastes.
• Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with nursing service.
• Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that our facility is maintained in a clean, safe, and comfortable manner.

Equipment and Supply Function:

• Ensure maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary.
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
• Ensure that the facility and its equipment are properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as possible.
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
• Clean work/supply carts, equipment, etc., as necessary or directed.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.

Maintenance Services

• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established maintenance policies and procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., by cutting, trimming, sweeping, etc., as necessary/directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
• Clean windows and screens as directed.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties whenever necessary.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.

Working Conditions:

• Works in all areas of the facility.
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule maintenance activities.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel, and visitors.
• Communicates with maintenance personnel and other department personnel.
• Works beyond normal working hours, on weekends and holidays, and in other positions temporarily, when necessary.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• Attends and participates in continuing educational programs.
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to work in cramped spaces and in adverse weather conditions.

Experience/Requirements:

• Must have experience in using power tools and equipment.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical exam
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 60 pounds to a minimum height of 3 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 10 feet.

The Springs Post Acute offers a unique healthcare experience that specializes in post-acute rehab. Throughout the years, we’ve continuously committed to providing a higher level of nursing care by personalizing our services to our patients’ needs. The Springs is proud to offer a fun, exciting program including outings, high-tech gaming, and various events and classes to cater to our residents’ psychosocial needs. The Springs is incredibly proud of our 5-star CMS rating!