Maintenance Assistant

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of your job position is to assist the Maintenance Manager with the day-to-day activities (installing, repairing and upkeep) of the facility in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations that govern the facility and to ensure the safety of all residents and personnel as directed by your supervisor and / or the Administrator.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reminding staff to follow all safety regulations, facility policies and hand-washing procedures

Performing regular inspections of resident rooms for order safety and proper performance of equipment

Providing or scheduling facility repairs as needed

Using protective safety equipment as required

Monitoring electrical and hydraulic systems routinely to ensure functionality

Coordinating routine terminal isolation procedures with nursing and housekeeping

Confirming that containers of hazardous chemicals in the department are properly labeled and stored

Assisting in maintaining material data safety sheets (MSDS)

Ensuring that assigned personnel wear and use protective safety equipment as required

Ensuring that fire protection and prevention programs are maintained by all personnel

Maintaining the facilities interior and exterior area neat

Keeping the storage area neat and safe

Ensuring all equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of each shift

Maintaining maintenance logs weekly, monthly and quarterly as required

Working within parameters of operational budget

Attending annual in-service meetings

Follow safety regulations and precautions at all times

Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, or other hazardous materials to a supervisor immediately

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies these are the only duties you will be required to perform as directed by management. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

REQUIREMENTS

Education / Licensure

High school diploma or GED preferred

Trade school or college courses in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing, etc. a plus

Qualifications / Experience

Must have minimum of 1 year experience working in skilled nursing or hospital setting

Must have knowledge of carpentry, electrical, HVAC, and plumbing

Must be able to safely troubleshoot and repair equipment

Must be able to read, write, and speak the English language

Must be able to follow detailed directions

Working Conditions

May encounter frequent interruptions and need to reschedule maintenance activities

May be requested to work beyond scheduled working hours at times such as weekends and holidays

Is subject to call‑back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post‑disaster, etc.)

May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

May be exposed to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

May be required to work in cramped spaces and in adverse weather conditions

May be subjected to odors, dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoking or air contaminants

Physical Requirements

Must be able to move intermittently throughout the day in all different areas of the facility

Must be able to stand, bend and reach throughout the day

Repetitive hand motion

Must be able to push, pull, move and or lift up to 50 lbs. on occasion to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and / or carry such weight a minimum distance of 15 feet

Ability to read fine print on equipment or operational pamphlets