Maintenance Technician

Maintenance PositionReceives and follows maintenance schedule and direction from the Director of Maintenance with the focus on providing a safe and clean environment for residents, associates and visitors. Performs routine maintenance on community grounds and parking areas by policing, sweeping, blowing, etc. as necessaryEssential FunctionsPerforms upkeep of floors including carpet cleaning, deodorizing and sanitizing in a timely manner as to allow time for other dutiesStrips, seals and waxes tile floors as necessaryInspects hallways daily for needed carpet cleaningPerforms community trash removal at start of each work dayPerforms all duties at a reasonable pace allowing for safety and attention to detailPerforms routine maintenance and repair throughout the community as directed to include: plumbing, replacing bulbs, check and replaces A/C filters and fuses, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc.Reports equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to supervisorReport all hazardous conditions to supervisor or appropriate manager immediatelyNotifies supervisor of shortage or suppliesEnsure that all maintenance items are kept in safe area to prevent injuries to residents, associates, and visitorsSubject to recall after hours and to be on-call for weekends and holidays in the event that a maintenance emergency arisesObtains proper authorization prior to the entry of any apartmentReports all on-the-job injuries according to company procedureWhen interacting with residents and/or family members, is mindful of the Resident's Rights to Privacy and resident confidentialityThe ability to work in a safe and alert mannerThe ability to take ownership for associate's safety and the safety of the residentsMust disclose any medication that might impair associate's ability to perform the job safely or competently.Non-Essential FunctionsLeads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadershipMust possess a passion to work with and around senior citizensEncourages teamwork and promotes company philosophyAttends required community meetings as requiredCompletes all required courses in adherence with HRA UniversityIs prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basisBecomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent, if applicableAll associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residentsQualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:High school diplomaOne-year experience in a related fieldAble to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contactsMust know how to use a wide variety of maintenance equipment that are necessary tools of performing the job at handMust be patient and able to work with ill, disabled, or emotionally upset senior residents within the communityWilling to work beyond normal working hours to get a problem solved or job completedBackground Screening RequirementIn all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: info.flclearinghouse.com