Maintenance (177)

General Description

Perform routine maintenance procedures for the community in accordance with the Policies and

Procedures set forth by EHDOC. Carry out tasks assigned by the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Regional Manager and EHDOC, which are deemed necessary to meet the needs of the community.

Line Of Authority

The Maintenance Persons answers directly to the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Regional Manager and EHDOC for all duties described herein as well as other duties and tasks that may be assigned/delegated from time to time by the Community Manager and EHDOC.

In the absence of the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager, the Maintenance Person assumes responsibility of the day-to-day maintenance functions and all maintenance emergencies under the direction of the Assistant Manager and Regional Manager.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Required technical training:
• Basic Universal License. May be completed during the first year of employment.
• Working, hands-on knowledge of building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, painting, and janitorial services.
• Three (3) years building maintenance experience.
• Ability to take initiative in performing tasks that need to be done.
• Good verbal and written language skills in predominant language of the property location.
• Understanding and consideration of the type of circumstances associated with working with the elderly and handicapped.
  

Specific Duties

• Handle routine maintenance projects as scheduled by Supervisor.
• Participate in all preventative maintenance programs and keep records of work performed.
• Respond to maintenance requests within 24-hour period or notify the supervisor with reason for needing a greater response time.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests immediately - if necessary, use the call back system.
• Be a part of a rotation call back system for the property that includes weekends, after work hours and holidays.
• Participate in safety programs and be familiar with evacuation procedures.
• Maintain property equipment based on manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals.
• Know all emergency shutoff systems such as gas, water, electric, etc. Be familiar with procedures to secure property in an emergency.
• Make sure the storage areas are neat, properly lit and locked.
• Perform electrical maintenance or repairs on appliances, fixtures, outlets, switches, etc.
• Perform plumbing maintenance or repairs on drain stoppages, leaking faucets, showerheads, toilets, etc.
• Participate in the preparation of units for turnover including painting, cleaning, repairs, etc. to ensure the unit is ready for occupancy in the time frame determined by the Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager.
• Perform necessary painting of common areas as needed.
• Participate in inventory control and work with Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor to maintain an adequate supply of parts and materials needed to provide quality maintenance to the community.
• Maintain the grounds and common areas, trees, shrubs, walkways, roadways, parking areas of the community so that they are hazard free and free of litter.
• Participate in the systematic removal of trash from the premises and maintain the efficient operation of all trash compacting systems, disposal systems, rollways, etc. within the community.
• Understand operating manuals and directions for any chemical or cleaning product used in the community.
• Janitorial duties may be required to meet the needs of the property.
• Be diplomatic in relationships with the residents, staff, outside contractors, state/local officials and the general public.