Maintenance Assistant

Physical & Sensory Requirements

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday

Must be able to speak the English language in an umderstandable 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 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.

Specific Requirements

Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English Language

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions to follow instructions and to accept constructive criticism.

Must posses the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public

Must maintaim the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc and maintain the apperance of maintenace 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 possed 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 workplace