Maintenance Technician

Job Title

Maintains the emergency power system to ensure availability of power to all entrances, exits, fire detection alarms and extinguishing equipment and life support systems in the event electrical supplies are interrupted.

Maintains, adjusts, and repairs all essential equipment (e.g. boiler room equipment, nursing unit/medication room refrigerators, refrigerator/freezer, laundry equipment, etc.) in safe operating condition.

Maintains, adjusts, and repairs all facility general equipment as well as any resident equipment (e.g. wheel chairs, beds, furniture, etc.) under proper guidance as necessary.

Ensures the availability of portable water to essential areas in the event of loss of normal water supply.

Checks facility hot water system on regular basis to evaluate water temperatures in essential locations of facility. Maintains, adjusts, and repairs hot water system to eliminate hazards to facility residents, staff and others.

Maintains, adjusts and repairs resident call system to ensure a functioning communication system from rooms, toilets and bathing areas.

Inspects physical plant for any signs of rodents or pests. In cooperation with Housekeeping Department, implements effective pest control system to eliminate any rodents and pests.

Maintains, adjusts, and repairs adequate and comfortable lighting level, appropriate for tasks, without glare. Lighting supports independent functioning and task performance of residents.

Maintains, adjusts and repairs facility ventilation system to provide good air movement with acceptable temperature, humidity and odor levels and to eliminate drafts and provide adequate smoke exhaust.

Cooperates with other departments to identify and accommodate individual resident needs and preferences. Communicates directly with residents, families, and legal representatives to identify approaches that will protect and promote resident rights. Maintains furniture and equipment appropriate to individual needs and ability.

Maintains current skills and knowledge through continuing education. Applies information to job responsibilities.

Participates in fire and disaster drills. In event of emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure resident safety.

Amazing Benefits for NewCourtland Team Members:

Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits for you and your familystarting the 1st of the month after hire

Free Dental Insurance for you and your family

Free Life Insurance

Tuition Assistance after 90 dayswe support your professional growth

Employee Referral Bonusesbring your best, refer the best!

403(b) Retirement Plan with company contributions

Generous Paid Time Offrelax, recharge, repeat

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