Maintenance

Key Job Duties And Responsibilities

Maintenance is responsible for repairs, maintains physical structure, equipment and grounds of the Community. The following is a general list of key job duties and responsibilities in your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and you will be required to perform other duties/responsibilities as assigned by an authorized supervisor.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Comply with the Community’s personnel, safety, and corporate policies and procedures.
• Report witnessed or reported allegations of resident abuse/neglect immediately to the Executive Director, RCC or Unit Manager.
• Treat residents, family members, visitors, and team members with respect and dignity.
• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident and family information.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Community grounds must be maintained in an orderly fashion; free from hazards, debris and clutter.
• Sidewalks and drives must be free from snow, ice, leaves and in good repair.
• Responsible for maintaining the building including but not limited to painting, replacing worn or stained tiles, repairing furniture, locks, baseboards, trim, windows, etc.
• Responsible for assuring the electrical system and all electrical appliances are in good working condition.
• Responsible for assuring that all plumbing is in working order and in good repair.
• Responsible for organizing fire drills and assuring that all fire safety equipment is in working order and is inspected on a regular schedule.
• Maintain all Community equipment including but not limited to washers, dryers, boilers, air conditioners, furnaces and lawn mowers.
• May be required to assist staff in moving residents and furniture.
• Assures 24-hour availability of service for maintenance emergencies.
• Assures personal and staff comply with all State and Federal regulations including blood borne pathogens, infection control, hazardous materials, fire safety, and building, electric and plumbing codes.
• Assures personal and staff compliance with Residents’ Rights.

Essential Job Duties/Physical Requirements

The following is a general list of key job/physical requirements for your position. The list is not to be considered inclusive and other job/physical requirements may be necessary as deemed by the Community.

• Regular worksite attendance.
• Must have basic computer skills.
• If required to operate a motor vehicle for business purposes, must successfully complete the requirements contained in Company’s Motor Vehicles policy.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must be able to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
• Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
• Must be able to perform the essential position functions of the job with, or without reasonable accommodation.
• Employee is required to use a transfer/gait belt or to obtain the assistance of another employee when attempting to assist residents when lifting or carrying objects in excess of 25 pounds.
• The employee must be aware that during the normal, routine performance of the essential functions, some of the following body movements may occur naturally, although they may not be a requirement of the job.

Primary Physical Requirements

• Lift up to 10 lbs: Constantly
• Lift 11 to 25 lbs: Frequently
• Lift 26 to 50 lbs: Occasionally
• Lift over 50 lbs: Rarely
• Carry up to 10 lbs: Constantly
• Carry 11 to 25 lbs: Frequently
• Carry 26 to 50 lbs: Rarely
• Carry over 50 lbs: Rarely
• Reach above should height: Constantly
• Reach at shoulder height: Constantly
• Reach below shoulder height: Constantly
• Push/Pull: Constantly
• Hand Manipulation:
  • Grasping: Constantly
  • Handling: Constantly
  • Torquing: Frequently
  • Fingering: Frequently

Other Physical Considerations

• Twisting, Bending, Crawling, Squatting, Kneeling, Crouching, Climbing and Balancing is required.
• Employees may be required to operate and automobile and various games.
• Must be able to relate to and work with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and, at times, hostile people within the Community.
• Must be able to see and hear or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately to ensure that the requirements of this position can be fully met.