Shift:

• Full Time Schedule with on-call rotation

Wages:

• Base Rate - $19.01-$25.63 per hour based on skill and experience
• Additional $0.85 per hour Direct Care Wage through Sept. 2024

Benefits:

• Accrue generous Paid Time Off
• MERS Defined Benefit Pension program
• MERS 457 Supplemental Program
• Longevity Bonuses
• Free Short Term Disability
• Generous benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Voluntary Life Insurance for both part-time and full-time employees
• Referral Bonuses

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Maintenance

SUPERVISOR: Director of Facility Services

JOB SUMMARY:

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the facility and it’s 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 successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

DELEGATION OF AUTHORITY:

As Maintenance I, you are delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary to carry out your assigned duties.

JOB FUNCTIONS:

Every effort has been made to make your job description as complete as possible. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is a logical assignment to the position.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Administrative Functions:

• Assure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area.
• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator.

Staff Development:

• Attend and participate in in-service educational classes and on-the-job training programs.
• Attend and participate in workshops, seminars, etc., as directed.

Maintenance Services:

• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established maintenance policies and procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, painting, wallpapering, tile, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedure, with supervision.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties wherever necessary, with supervision.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures, with supervision.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.

Safety and Sanitation:

• Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance service.
• Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Report all incidents/accidents, no matter how minor, to your supervisor immediately. (NOTE: Such occurrences must be reported on the shift in which they occur.)
• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc., to your supervisor immediately.
• Assure that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of work day, etc.
• Keep your work area 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.
• Assure that established Infection Control and Universal Precautions practices are maintained when performing maintenance procedures.
• Coordinate routine/terminal isolation procedures with Nursing Services.
• Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
• Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with our established sanitation procedures.
• Use protective clothing/devices when performing tasks that involve the handling of infectious waste and/or blood/body fluids.
• Other(s) that may become necessary/appropriate to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.

Equipment and Supply Functions:

• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as possible.
• Ensure that the facility and it’s equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.

Resident Rights:

• Maintain the confidentiality of resident information.
• Knock before entering a resident’s room.
• Honor residents’ personal and property rights.
• Inform resident when it is necessary to move his/her personal possessions.

Miscellaneous:

• Turn in all found articles to your supervisor.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in all areas of facility.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to re-schedule 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 and on weekends and holidays when necessary, as well as in other positions as needed.
• 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 handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to work in cramped spaces and in adverse weather conditions.
• Sitting, standing, bending, lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving intermittently during working hours.
• Required to be on-call on a regular basis.

SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND EDUCATION REQUIRED:

Maintenance I Qualifications:

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent. Must have a minimum of two (2) years operational experience in institutional or commercial HVAC systems, Food Service and related refrigeration equipment and a working knowledge of Electrical and Plumbing systems maintenance.

Maintenance II Qualifications:

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school degree or equivalent, two year technical degree in HVAC-R maintenance or electrical maintenance or plumbing maintenance; or 5-7 concurrent years of documented work experience in any of the aforementioned trades. Must possess a 4th class or greater N.I.U.L.P.E. Boiler Operators certification or become certified within (5) months of accepting this position. Must possess 5-7 years experience in this type of position. Must be computer literate.

SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must be a minimum age of 18 years old.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the work-place.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• (With or without the use of mechanical devices)
• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
• Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents/personnel.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 4 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 30 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.