Maintenance Assistant

The Pennant Group - Stevens Point, WI

Full-time

Stevens Point, WI

Nursing and Residential Care Facilities

About the position

The position involves providing ongoing preventative maintenance and resident assistance, building and grounds maintenance, troubleshooting maintenance problems, and various related tasks as assigned. The individual will perform most tasks independently with occasional assistance from outside vendors and will be available to respond to maintenance emergencies that may arise outside of regular working hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the CAPLICO Core Values and Code of Conduct are adhered to at all times.
• Ensures compliance with Resident Rights and HIPAA policies at all times.
• Coordinates with appropriate facility staff when scheduling/planning all jobs.
• Ensures maintenance services are available 24 hours/7 days a week to handle emergencies that cannot wait until regular daytime hours.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance log to track tasks that are due and task completion dates.
• Inspects specific areas on a routine basis and promptly corrects any problems found.
• Oversees and monitors utility usage to maximize efficiency and avoid waste.
• Assists residents when moving, including transporting furniture and pre-boxed personal belongings.
• Performs a broad range of repairs for residents, including fixing lamps and electrical cords.
• Surveys vacant resident units to determine needs and addresses them.
• Maintains common area carpets and furniture using approved products and machinery.
• Replaces light bulbs and cleans lighting fixtures.
• Cleans kitchen equipment, including kitchen hood, steamer, ice machines, etc.
• Maintains safety of facility vehicles, including periodic maintenance and annual inspections.
• Maintains all lawns and shrubbery.
• Maintains outdoor furniture in good repair.
• Picks up all outside litter and keeps grounds and parking areas tidy.
• Maintains all equipment, including vacuum cleaners, lawn tractors, mowers, etc.
• Performs prompt and effective snow removal if applicable.
• Analyzes and troubleshoots problems by performing necessary repairs.
• Utilizes appropriate experienced vendors for equipment repairs requiring special expertise.
• Coordinates with outside vendors for approved services.
• Maintains an appropriate working inventory of supplies necessary to keep building and related equipment in constant working order.
• Provides supervisory oversight of other maintenance and housekeeping staff.
• Manages activities of the department to meet budget expectations.
• May perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Requirements

• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Must be able to obtain criminal history clearance.
• Must comply with all training requirements.
• Must be capable of using hand tools, drills, plungers, carpet cleaners, vacuum cleaners, lawn tractors, motor vehicles, and dishwashers.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Ability to be calm and level-headed in emergencies.
• Well groomed, professional, and possess the ability to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Follows written and oral instructions.
• Knowledgeable in the use of computers, e-mail, spreadsheets, and document word processing.
• Maintain patience, tact, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.

Nice-to-haves

• Prior experience in building maintenance.
• Knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, electricity, and mechanics.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan options