MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT

JOB SUMMARY: 

The Maintenance Technician is responsibilities for the maintenance and repairs of minor electrical, plumbing, and mechanical equipment. Responsibilities also include trouble-shooting heating and air-conditioning malfunctions, minor remodeling and carpentry work. This position is an hourly (non-exempt) position and primarily reports to the Administrator, with secondary reporting to the Environmental Services Manager.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: 

• Installs, repairs and maintains plumbing to include piping, fittings and fixtures involved in the distribution and use of water and gas
• Operates and makes minor electrical repairs throughout facility, including the installation of junction boxes, receptacles and switches; tests, troubleshoots and replaces motors, belts, pulleys and micro switches; monitors / replaces lights, fixtures, and electrical appliances as needed.
• General Maintenance: repairs and services sprinkler systems to include sprinkler valves, PVC piping and outside water and control valves; performs minor concrete repairs to sidewalks and patios; maintains outside facility lighting systems to include parking lots and refuse areas.
• Utilizes carpentry / wood-working skills; finish work, cabinetry, painting and minor repairs.
• Maintains / repairs various floorings throughout facility including linoleum, carpeting, title.
• Maintains tools and equipment; ensure proper use and good working order.
• Receives incoming freight and notifies respective departments of merchandise arrivals.
• Assists maintenance staff with building safety procedures, monitoring fire panels and systems, fire extinguishers, security alarm systems and power connections in the facilities; assists with keeping buildings free of safety hazards (including fire hazards, hazardous waste and trip and fall risks).
• Responsible for assisting with unit turnovers
• Required to be on-call for emergency maintenance issues and repairs.

QUALIFICATIONS: 

• High school graduate / G.E.D. equivalent required.
• Graduation from electrical, plumbing, or carpentry trade school.
• Two years’ minimum maintenance experience in electrical, plumbing and carpentry.
• Knowledge of plumbing systems, electrical concepts and construction knowledge in compressors, water systems and various tools and equipment.
• Experience working in a skilled nursing facility a plus!