What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at LaGrange Care Center?
SUMMARY: Assist the Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring the building(s), equipment and utilities are maintained in good working order and facility grounds are properly maintained in accordance with facility policies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates.
Basic understanding of computer technology, including email use.
Must maintain regular attendance
Must meet all local health regulations, and pass post-employment physical exam if required. The requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.
Must be capable of performing the Essential Job Functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS Walking/mobility, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, climb, balance, reaching, bending, grasping, pushing, lifting, transferring and repositioning residents, pulling, fine hand coordination, finger, handle, feel, ability to read and write, ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions, ability to verbally communicate with residents and others, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, ability to hear and respond to pages, ability to understand and apply training and in-service education, ability to instruct personnel during training, education and staff meetings, and ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks. Must be able to lift and carry 50 pounds using proper body mechanics. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
DEPARTMENT FUNCTIONS Make rounds, asses, and make minor repairs. Assist Maintenance Supervisor with large repairs. Conduct preventative maintenance as assigned to include but not limited to facility logs such as water temperature, call lights, generator and fire alarms. May assist in training of new team members. May be responsible for maintenance department in the absence of the maintenance supervisor.
Position Hours: Monday- Friday 8am-4:30pm.
**May require to be on-call at times**