Maintenance Assistant

About the Role

Plan, organize, develop, and assist the Maintenance Supervisor with the overall operation of the Maintenance Department to ensure the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner in accordance with current local, state, and federal standards, guidelines, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conducting regular rounds of the facility to inspect all maintenance zones for quality control, safety, health, and welfare of patients, employees, families, and visitors; report or correct equipment failure or damage immediately.
• Assist with checking air conditioning and heating units on the roof and in patients' rooms, offices, and other areas of the facility.
• Assist with inspecting pump stations, breaker panels, washers, and dryers in the laundry.
• Perform daily repairs as needed.
• Check water and boiler temperatures, dietary cooking equipment, cooling equipment, public address systems, fire extinguishers and alarms, fire doors, and electrical outlets.
• Inspect storage rooms, work rooms, utility and janitorial closets for upkeep, supply control, and safety.
• Coordinate maintenance department work with other departments to avoid interrupting patient care or normal business functions.
• Be on call for emergencies.
• Run errands, handle incoming and outgoing freight, lift and move heavy furniture and equipment, and perform other miscellaneous duties as directed by the administrator.
• Maintain and repair institutional property, equipment, and grounds as directed by the administrator.
• Regularly inspect property and equipment for compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Strong communication skills and active listening.
• Willingness to work unscheduled overtime and weekends if needed.
• Flexible work hours.
• Experience in painting and drywall.
• Experience in electric and plumbing work.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical effort, including lifting up to 65 pounds.
• Frequent walking or standing required.

Previous maintenance experience preferred.

Benefits

• Full health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Vacation, paid time off, and holiday pay that rolls over year to year.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Continued education opportunities and tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive pay.
• Company stock purchase option.
• Flexible schedules.