Maintenance Technician / Carrick Glen

Tues-Saturday 8am-4:30pm

FUNCTION: Maintain the community and areas of building repairs, equipment, grounds and keep accurate maintenance records. Reports to the MAINTENANCE DIRECTOR.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS: The following specifications may differ depending upon the

number of available employees among whom the performance of a particular job function can

be distributed and the size and type of community.

• Employees will be required to perform any other job related duties requested by their
  
  

supervisor.

• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities
  
  

To perform this job successfully, incumbent will possess the mental abilities or aptitudes

to perform each duty proficiently.

• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate
  
  

individuals with disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill

and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Freedom from illegal use of drugs
• Freedom from use and effects of use of drugs and alcohol in the workplace
• Persons who have been found guilty by a court of law or regulatory body of abusing,
  
  

neglecting, or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for

employment in the position.

• Demonstrates effective time management skills
• Must pass state and company criminal background screen
  
  

Education and/or Experience:

• Requires two years of related maintenance experience and some formal training in
  
  

one or all of the following areas: carpentry, plumbing, painting, HVAC, refurbishing

and cleaning.

• Ability to perform general maintenance repair needs at assigned buildings, problem
  
  

solve, plan, organize, communicate and cooperate with others.

Knowledgeable in building codes and safety regulations.

• Possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept
  
  

constructive criticism.

• Ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc
• Ability to seek out new methods and participate and be willing to incorporate them into
  
  

existing maintenance practices.

• Ability to effectively follow written and oral instructions
  
  

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid state Driver license . Very helpful if you have HVAC certification

Equipment Used: May use hand and electric tools including, but not limited to,

lawnmower, weeder, tree trimmer, paint brush and carpet cleaner, floor burnisher and other

related maintenance & housekeeping equipment.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral communication

and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary care setting with residents, families, staff

members, representatives of community and government agencies.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to add and subtract three digit numbers, calculate percentage

of whole, measure in cubic centimeters (cc) and measure in feet and inches. Ability to perform

these operations using units of weight measurement, volume, length, and height. Ability to read

and interpret graphs and charts.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions

furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to effectively solve .problems related to position.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs general maintenance work on a daily basis, including replacing light bulbs, repairing
  
  

electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and appliances.

• Prepares resident apartments for new occupants by painting, cleaning carpets and general
  
  

maintenance.

• Maintains the grounds by mowing, sweeping and trimming trees and shrubs or
  
  

securing/managing contractor for those duties.

• Takes out trash and conducts daily inspections of the building exterior and ground equipment
• Keeps accurate maintenance records of work done, inventory and purchasing. Manages
  
  

expenses through knowledge of budget. May purchase maintenance supplies, tools and

appliances with Executive Director approval.

• Recommends replacement of major items (such as carpet, appliances, etc.) as well as long
  
  

and short term maintenance needs.

• Maintains, plans and implements preventative maintenance program and prepares the
  
  

Preventative Maintenance Report.

• Obtains bids for Project Authorization Requests (PAR items)
• Transports residents to and from appointments in the absence of the Recreation Manager
  
  

or Van Driver, using the community vehicle.

• May maintain inventory of master key system, community maintenance supplies and
  
  

equipment.

• Review the departmentthe Executive Director
• Inspect storage rooms, work rooms, utility/janitorial closets, etc., for upkeep and supply
  
  

control.

• Keep abreast of economic conditions/situations and recommend to the Executive Director
  
  

adjustments in maintenance services that assure the continued ability to provide a clean,

safe and comfortable environment.

• Perform administrative duties such as completing necessary forms, reports, evaluations,
  
  

studies, logs etc., to assure control of equipment and supplies as well as state and

corporate compliance.

• Follow established safety regulations in the use of equipment and supplies at all times
  
  

Serve on the community safety committee.

• Wear and/or use safety equipment and supplies when lifting or moving
• Promptly report equipment or facility damage to the Executive Director
• Make periodic rounds to check equipment and to assure that necessary equipment is
  
  

available and working properly.

• Maintain the confidentiality of resident information
• Ensure that the resident's personal and property rights are followed at all times
• Must enjoy working with the elderly and able to accept constructive criticism. Ability to
  
  

interact with residents who are highly susceptible to common illness without posing

additional health risks and must maintain good personal hygiene and wear a uniform.

• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance
  
  

of maintenance work areas.

• Maintain Emergency Call System to ensure resident safety and community security
• Delegate and ensure quality of maintenance work orders every morning and prioritize jobs
  
  

and sign off when work is completed.

• Track safety inspections and logged verifications which include: emergency lights, smoke
  
  

detectors, fire extinguishers, conduct and document monthly fire drills, and conduct and

document semi-annual evacuation drills

• Knowledgeable of safety regulations regarding public facilities
• Oversee shampooing of carpets, stripping and waxing of floors and general floor covering
  
  

maintenance. May assist or perform these duties as needs arise.

• Train staff and ensure OSHA compliance in safe handling and proper removal of biohazard
  
  

waste and other hazardous materials.

• Monitor appliances for mechanical issues needing minor repairs and monthly checks
• Oversee all plumbing maintenance to include cleaning out grease traps and de-liming water
  
  

heaters.

• Meet budget monthly constraints
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Demonstrates active listening techniques, gains support through

effective relationships, treats others with dignity and respect and seeks feedback.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Attends in-service programs set up by the Company.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to perform a wide variety of maintenance activities and must be able to exert 50
  
  

to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and 10 to 20

pounds of force constantly to lift/move objects. Must be able to carry, drive, pull, push,

squat, bend, climb, kneel, reach, crawl, twist, grasp, and feel to perform maintenance

duties. Finger and hand dexterity required. Visual and hearing acuity essential.

• Must be able to speak and write the English language in an understandable manner
  
  

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of

those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform

The Essential Functions.

Exposure Risk: The worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions.

May be subject to extreme weather conditions (i. e. temperatures below 32 degrees).

The worker is subject to hazards such as proximity to moving mechanical parts,

electrical current, and exposure to chemicals.

COMMUNICATION: Keeps current and integrates new information, communicates and

models organization values and fosters high performance.

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