Maintenance Assistant

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, Weekends, 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 – 3 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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