Maintenance Assistant

About the role

The purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and assist the Maintenance Supervisor with the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with current local, state, and federal standards, guidelines and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator to assure that the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manner.

Responsibilities

• Assist with completing regular rounds of the facility to check all maintenance zones to ensure quality control and safety, health and welfare of patients, employees, families, visitors in the facility, and correct or report equipment failure or damage to the Administrator immediately.
• Assist with checking air conditioning and heating units on roof and in patients' rooms, office, and other rooms in the facility.
• Assist with checking pump station and breaker panels, washers, and dryers in laundry.
• Assist with making daily repairs as needed.
• Assist with checking water and boiler temperatures, dietary cooking equipment, cooling equipment, public address systems, fire extinguishers and alarms, fire doors, and electrical outlets.
• Assist with the inspection of storage rooms, work rooms, utility and janitorial closets for up-keep, supply, control and safety.
• Coordinate work of maintenance department with other department functions so as not to interrupt 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.
• Responsible for the care, maintenance and repairs of institutional property, equipment and grounds as directed by the administrator.
• Perform regular inspection of property and equipment for compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

Requirements

• Must have painting and drywall experience.
• Must have electric and plumbing experience.
• Moderate to heavy physical effort including lifting up to 65 pounds is required.
• Frequent walking or standing required.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.
• Position may require unscheduled overtime and weekend work if needed.
• Communication skills and active listening.

Benefits

• Full health, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Vacation/Paid time off/Holiday pay – rolls over year to year.
• Opportunity for advancement.
• Opportunities for continued education.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Competitive pay.
• Company stock purchase option.
• Flexible schedules.