MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

OVERVIEW The Maintenance Worker will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems. RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas Use large floor cleaning devices to buff or mop Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs Plans repair work using building’s blueprints or equipment manual as needed Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures Performs routine maintenance on building systems Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance QUALIFICATIONS High school diploma or equivalent required 2 years maintenance experience Knowledge of general carpentry and repair Ability to use hand tools and power tools Excellent organizational and time management skills SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES This position has no supervisory responsibilities. WORK ENVIRONMENT This job operates in a health care setting This role requires regular walking to various locations around the care center Incumbent may be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment May experience traumatic situations, including psychiatric, and deceased patients PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job Must be physically able to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; talk or hear The employee must occasionally lift or move up 50 pounds REQUIREMENTS Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Florida AHCA Level 2 background screening in accordance with state regulations. TRAVEL There is no travel expected for this position #J-18808-Ljbffr