Maintenance Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The Maintenance Assistant reports to and receives supervision from the Director of Maintenance and is responsible for repairing and maintaining the facility, grounds, and equipment in a safe, clean and orderly manner.

Schedule: Full-Time, Weekdays, On-Call, Days, 8 Hour Shifts

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance for building, grounds and equipment .

• Maintain and repair building as needed. Such as repairing windows and doors; painting; carpentry work.
• Maintain and repair building systems including, but not limited to electric wiring and controls, heating, ventilation and plumbing. Such as installing and repairing plumbing and electrical fixtures; opening clogged drains.
• Assist with seasonal projects such as roof maintenance and repair, parking lot repair, and HVAC maintenance.
• Responsible for snow and ice removal, application of salt and ice melt to sidewalks, and parking areas.
• Grounds maintenance to include cutting grass, trimming, raking and mulching.
• Maintenance and repair of security and alarm systems.
• Perform preventative maintenance functions such as filter replacements, changes oil, filters, replacement of hoses, batteries, bulbs, and fuses in accordance with established preventative maintenance schedules.
• Accurately account and safety store maintenance equipment and tools.
• Provide immediate response to emergency situations (e.g. no heat, frozen water lines, building vandalism, etc.)
• Conduct periodic building condition assessments, including documentation to identify safety concerns, and repair needs.
• Respond to oral and written feedback from residents on building, grounds, and equipment issues and concerns as appropriate.
• Document maintenance activities through preparation of reports, work orders, maintenance schedules and incidental record keeping in accordance with departmental policies.
• Repair damaged flooring and base boards as needed. Assist with floor maintenance such as carpet cleaning, stripping and waxing hallways, resident rooms, and common areas.
• Assist with other environmental services duties (such as housekeeping and laundry functions) as needed.
• Assist in covering on-call duties beyond normal hours, on weekends and holidays to respond to facility emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 1 – 5 years previous experience in a similar role.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the operations and maintenance of facilities and grounds including carpentry, electrical, mechanical, water and septic, security and alarm systems, HVAC systems, grounds maintenance and code requirements.
• Demonstrated mechanical, electrical and repair abilities.
• Ability to operate various maintenance equipment and tools.
• Must be able to read instructions and manuals for equipment and tools.
• Must be able to communicate positively with residents, coworkers, families, and vendors.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

• Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds, perform moderately strenuous tasks and to climb ladders.
• Must be able to stand, bend, lift and move intermittently throughout the work day in the throughout the facility.
• Must be able to work outside of normal work hours including nights, holidays, and weekends as needed to meet facility and position demands.
• Must be free of diseases that may be transmitted in the performance of job responsibilities during the stage of communicability.

BENEFITS:

• 401(k)
• Percentage of 401(k) matched by company
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• HSA
• FSA
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on auto, home, and pet insurance

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