Maintenance Assistant

Position Summary

The Maintenance Assistant provides quality maintenance functions to the facility in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred

• Minimum of one (1) year maintenance experience preferred

• Proven knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems preferred

• Knowledge of local building codes and ordinance preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Valid driver's license in current State with satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards

• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action

• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility

• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department

• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation

• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.

• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information

• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures

• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care's Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Assist with preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements

• Inspect equipment/systems regularly for proper functioning and safety

• Run errands, handle incoming and outgoing freight, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment

• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients

• Assist in the evacuation of patients

• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance

• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment

• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team

• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours

• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language

An Equal Opportunity Employer