MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT - FULL TIME 40 HOURS M-F

We are seeking a full time Physical Plant Assistant (Maintenance). This is a 40-hour position (Monday-Friday with on call every other weekend with On Call Bonus).

PURPOSE OF YOUR POSITION

The primary purpose of this position is to assist the Director of Physical Plant Services plan, organize, develop and direct the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department. In this role you will report directly to the Director of Physical Plant Services. The primary purpose of your position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the day-to-day activities of the Maintenance Department, in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations that govern our facility as may be directed by the Administrator or Director of Physical Plant Services, to assure that our facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.

SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY

As the Physical Plant Assistant, you are responsible and accountable to carry out your assigned duties and report directly to the Director of Physical Plant Services.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet the maintenance needs of the facility.
• 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

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess as a minimum, a high school diploma.

EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in maintenance/plant related position, preferrably in a nursing home
• Must be knowledgeable of boilers, compressors, generators, etc., as well as various mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.

Benefits Offered *

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance
• FREE Short Term Disability
• FREE Basic Life Insurance
• FREE Accident Death/Dismemberment Insurance
• Voluntary benefits including Life, Hospital, Accident, Critical Illness & Disability coverage through Colonial Life
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employee and immediate family
• Direct Primary Care (DPC)/Tax Savings Program through HealthCare2U (including free Telehealth)
• 401k/401k Roth with company match *
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) accruing from first day
• 8 Paid Holidays
• Uniform Allowance
• Shift Differentials
• Weekend Differentials
• To eligible employees based on hours and length of service. Minimum length of service and hours required for company match

Must be reliable

Must be On Call Every Other Weekend (with On Call Bonus)