Maintenance Assistant

Primary Purpose of this Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the grounds, facility and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as directed by your supervisor to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

Administrative Functions

• Participate in the annual facility assessment by providing input or assistance as directed.
• Attend and participate in facility in-service training programs as scheduled.
• Attend department and staff meetings as directed; represent department in the absence of supervisor.
• Participate in the facility quality assurance and performance improvement (QAPI), safety and other committee meetings as directed.
• Maintain on-call hours and respond to emergency requests for repairs.
• Track and document equipment repair costs.
• Provide mentoring or training to new team members.
• Maintain receipts for all purchases made with facility resources or accounts.

Maintenance Functions

• Clean vehicles, machinery, equipment, instruments, tools, work areas and other objects in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations.
• Clean windows and screens as directed; verify proper functioning of windows, cranks and screens.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.
• Assist inspectors, outside contractors and vendors as directed.
• Examine and test machinery, equipment, components and parts for defects to ensure proper functioning.
• Inspect both clinical and non-clinical equipment for proper functioning; use lockout/tagout when repairs are required.
• Inspect wheelchairs, geri-chairs, walkers and other adaptive equipment used by residents; maintain and repair as needed.
• Adhere to facility infection prevention and control policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensure maintenance supplies are replenished in work areas as necessary; conduct inventory of supplies and tools as directed.
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs; complete budget requests and approvals as appropriate.
• Assist others in safely moving equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested to prevent injury.
• Assist with the safe transfer of equipment, tools, parts and supplies between workstations and other areas.
• Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance services.
• Adjust, maintain and repair tools, equipment and machines and assist skilled workers with tasks.
• Assemble and/or install materials and equipment as requested.
• Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area; document as required by filing inspection reports and work orders per facility policies.
• Ensure that the facility and its equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and staff convenience.
• Maintain equipment, components and parts to prevent defects and corrosion.
• Maintain sidewalks, doorways, parking areas and clear means of egress in accordance with facility policies and state/federal requirements; maintain safe conditions mitigating potential safety risks as appropriate.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment including plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed in accordance with established procedures.
• Perform routine maintenance on outside grounds, parking areas and driveways; maintain grounds by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, etc., as necessary or directed.
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as possible.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems as specified by the manufacturer and in compliance with established facility policies and procedures; obtain special certifications (i.e., heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), etc.)as required.

Safety and Sanitation Functions

• Follow all current life safety and electrical safety policies and procedures.
• Follow established facility policies governing the use of labels and safety data sheets (SDSs).
• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies. Utilize floor signs, safety tape, orange cones, etc., to mitigate potential for accident or injury.
• Keep your work area(s) free of hazardous conditions(i.e., grease/oil spills, excess supplies, equipment, etc.)to assure that all established safety rules/regulations are followed at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc., to your supervisor immediately.
• Maintain physical plant and facility environment in good repair to ensure a safe, clean and orderly environment free of hazards.

Equipment and Supply Functions

• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested to prevent injury.
• Ensure maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary; conduct inventory of supplies and tools as directed.
• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.
• Ensure that the facility and its equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and staff convenience.
• Keep supervisor informed of supply needs; complete budget requests and approvals as appropriate.
• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as possible.

Resident Rights Functions

Honor the residents' personal and property rights; coordinate repairs and work orders to minimize negative impact on resident's activities of daily living(ADLs).

Working Conditions

• Works in all areas of the facility.
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to frequent interruptions and may need to reschedule maintenance activities.
• Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances.
• Is subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, personnel and visitors.
• Communicates with maintenance personnel and other facility personnel.
• Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holiday when necessary as well as in other positions as needed.
• Is subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.).
• May be required to work on shifts other than the one for which hired.
• Attends and participates in continuing education programs.
• Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the workday as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke and other air contaminants.
• Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to work in cramped spaces and in adverse weather conditions.

Education

Must possess, as a minimum, a 10th grade education.

Experience

None required. On-the-job training provided.

Specific Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions and accept constructive criticism.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aid of mechanical devices)

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with residents and personnel.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset and, at times, hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to push, pull, move and/or lift a minimum of 25 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet.
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.

Job Position Analysis Information

(1) Risk Exposure to Blood/Body Fluids Column:

A check mark entered into this column indicates the risk potential of your exposure to blood or body fluids. Established procedures identify the appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) that you should use when performing this task.

(2) Essential Functions Column:

A check mark entered into this column indicates that you may be required to perform this task.

(3) Safety Factors Column:

RM = Repetitive Motion:

A "RM" in this column indicates that it will be necessary for you to perform some functions of this task repeatedly. When such tasks are not performed properly injury can result. Established procedures identify the precautions and/or equipment that should be used.

WL = Minimum Weight Lifting Requirement:

A "WL" in this column indicates that it will be necessary for you to perform functions of this task that require some lifting, moving, pushing or pulling. When such tasks are not performed properly injury can result. Established procedures identify the precautions and/or equipment that should be used when performing this task. Minimumweight lifting requirements that you must perform are located in the "Physical and Sensory Requirements" section of this job description.

SB = Prolonged Sitting, Standing and Bending:

A "SB" in this column indicates that some functions of this task require you to sit, stand or bend for an extended period of time. When such tasks are not performed properly injury can result. Established procedures identify the precautions and/or equipment that should be used when performing this task.