What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Betsy Ross Nursing Home & Rehab Center?
Description
Full-Time Temporary Position | Up to 13 Weeks, with Potential for Extension!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Additional Requirements: Weekend, on-call, and holiday rotation as needed
Job Summary
Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is newly renovated and under new administration! Our team is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. We are seeking dependable, hands-on Temporary Maintenance Project Technician to support facility improvement, cosmetic maintenance, and renovation projects. This position focuses on painting, drywall repair, flooring installation, fixture repairs, and general building upkeep to maintain a clean, safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with general maintenance, painting, surface preparation, flooring, and interior repairs. Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), nursing home, hospital, or other healthcare setting is preferred.
Full-Time Temporary Position | Up to 13 Weeks, with Potential for Extension!
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM
Additional Requirements: Weekend, on-call, and holiday rotation as needed
Job Summary
Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is newly renovated and under new administration! Our team is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. We are seeking dependable, hands-on Temporary Maintenance Project Technician to support facility improvement, cosmetic maintenance, and renovation projects. This position focuses on painting, drywall repair, flooring installation, fixture repairs, and general building upkeep to maintain a clean, safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with general maintenance, painting, surface preparation, flooring, and interior repairs. Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), nursing home, hospital, or other healthcare setting is preferred.
- Painting & Surface Preparation: Spackle, patch, sand, and prime walls and ceilings; perform interior painting, touch-ups, and cosmetic surface repairs.
- Drywall & Interior Repairs: Repair holes, scuffs, and damaged walls, doors, trim, baseboards, ceiling surfaces, and other interior finishes.
- Flooring Installation & Repair: Repair and install VCT flooring, install cove base, and assist with other flooring and finish-related projects.
- Fixture Repairs: Install or replace minor fixtures and hardware, including sink and toilet fixtures, cabinet hardware, door handles, and wall guards, within the scope of assigned duties.
- Facility Improvement Projects: Complete cosmetic maintenance and appearance-enhancement projects throughout resident rooms, hallways, offices, nursing units, and common areas.
- Room Preparation: Assist with preparing resident rooms and other spaces for admissions, transfers, occupancy changes, and facility improvement initiatives.
- Floor Care & Deep Cleaning: Perform assigned floor stripping and refinishing, apply floor finish, scrub bathroom and shower ceramic tile, and assist with other impact-cleaning projects.
- Work Orders & Repairs: Complete assigned work orders, routine inspections, minor repairs, and emergency maintenance tasks; communicate progress and outstanding issues to the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Maintenance.
- Safety & Infection Prevention: Follow OSHA standards, infection prevention practices, life safety requirements, and facility policies when working in resident care areas.
- Worksite Protection: Protect residents, employees, furniture, equipment, and facility property from dust, paint, tools, and other work-related hazards.
- Supplies & Equipment: Maintain an organized work area, assist with inventory and supply tracking, and transport tools, materials, and equipment as assigned.
- Vendor Coordination: Assist with monitoring work performed by outside contractors and report concerns to the Director of Maintenance.
- General Maintenance Support: Identify and promptly report safety hazards, property damage, equipment concerns, and repairs requiring specialized or licensed personnel.
- Resident-Focused Service: Maintain professional communication with residents, families, staff, visitors, and vendors while respecting resident privacy and confidentiality.
- Perform additional maintenance and facility project duties as assigned.
- High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
- Previous experience in painting, building maintenance, general repairs, or a related field preferred.
- Experience working in a healthcare, long-term care, or residential setting is preferred.
- Ability to perform basic cosmetic repairs and safely use common hand and power tools.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a professional facility appearance.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to communicate respectfully with residents, families, visitors, vendors, and staff.
- Knowledge of workplace safety practices and infection prevention procedures.
- Ability to prioritize assignments and complete projects within established timeframes.
- Must comply with all facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
- Must have reliable transportation
- Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.
- Must be reliable and dedicated to providing excellent service to our residents.
- Ability to work cohesively with residents, families, and staff from various departments.
- Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.
- Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.
- Covid-19 vaccinations are encouraged but NOT MANDATED; we continue to offer COVID-19 vaccination based on eligibility guidance from CDC
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