Maintenance Assistant

We are hiring a Maintenance Assistant to join our dynamic care team at Heatherwood Rehabilitation & Health Care Center in Newport!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

As a Maintenance Assistant, you maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment, in a safe and efficient manner to ensure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• General background in repair and maintenance.
  
  
  

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take appropriate action to maintain safe environment according to facility policy and procedures.
• Organize and prioritize.
• Replace, repair and purchase items according to facility policy and procedure.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance program and document accurately.
• Maintain weather protection against cold, heat, fire and other hazards.
• Supervise outside contractors.
• Serve on-call for emergency and off-duty hours.
• Perform errands and tasks as required.
• Maintain upkeep of exterior of building and grounds in all weather conditions.
• Other tasks assigned by managerial team.
  
  
  

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• 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 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 possess sufficient mechanical abilities to handle facility maintenance needs with little outside contract use.
  
  
  

About Athena Health Care Systems:

Since its establishment in 1984, Athena Health Care Systems has pioneered the delivery of exceptional healthcare services. Operating nursing homes and hospice agencies across Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, Athena stands out as a healthcare leader in Southern New England.

Athena’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay
• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees
• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees
• Career Advancement Opportunities
• Exclusive Employer Discount Program
  
  
  

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with Employer Match
• Vacation and Personal Time
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  
  
  

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Athena Health Care Systems and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless they receive an approved exemption from Athena, except where prohibited by state law.