Maintenance Assistant/Technician

JOB SUMMARY:

Ensure the building(s), equipment and utilities are maintained in good working order and facility grounds are properly maintained in accordance with facility policies.

Minimum Qualifications:
· Related experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

· Must have the ability to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.

· Must be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other associates.

· Must maintain regular attendance.

· Must meet all local health regulations, and pass post-employment physical exam if required. This requirement also includes drug screening, criminal background investigation and reference inquiry.

Essential Job Functions Department Functions
· Make rounds, assess, and make necessary repairs.

· Conduct preventative maintenance as assigned to include but not be limited to facility logs such as water temperature, call lights, generator and fire alarms.

· May assist in training of new associates.

Administrative
· Ensure work schedules are followed and coordinate services with other departments. Advise supervisor of supply and/or repair needs.
Safety
· Comply with all Company safety policies, regulations and requirements regarding fire and life safety.

· Comply with all Company safety policies regulations and requirements involving employee safety and patient safety. This includes but is not limited to: a zero tolerance for harassment and violence; following infection control procedures; following safe patient handling as required with your specific job position.

· May be required to assist in the evacuation of patients during emergency situations.

· Meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility.

Residents’ Rights and Positive Relationships
· Understand, comply with and promote all rules and regulations regarding residents’ rights.

· Promote positive relationships with residents, visitors, and regulators, to include presenting a professional appearance.

Physical and Sensory Requirements (With or Without Aid of Mechanical Devices):
This position is very active and requires;

· Walking, standing, reaching, bending, crouching, grasping, climbing, pushing, pulling and lifting objects.

· The ability to work at a rapid pace for an entire shift.

· The employee must regularly lift or move objects or equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and move objects weighing over 50lbs.

· Must be able to climb and maintain balance on ladders.

· Must have finger and hand dexterity sufficient to type, handle and manipulate instruments and operate departmental equipment.

· Have a working understanding of English: ability to read and write; ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; ability to verbally communicate with residents and others; ability to hear and respond to pages.

· Ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures.

· Ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks.

Other Functions and Responsibilities
· Must adhere to Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy, including documentation and reporting responsibilities.

· Participate in Quality Improvement activities as assigned.

· Other duties as assigned or needed.

· Ability to understand and apply training from in-service education and ability to instruct personnel during training education and staff meetings.

· This position regularly requires long hours and frequent weekend work.

· This is a position in a health care facility open 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Rotating shifts as well as holiday and working during inclement weather may be required.

**Employees must wear a face mask.

Kalakaua Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $18