Maintenance Assistant

7 days ago

New Albany, IN, United States Hellenic Senior Living of New Albany Full time
Job Summary:

Responsible for assuring a safe, clean, sanitary, and attractive living and working environment for residents and employees through a standardized program of preventive maintenance and upkeep for the building, grounds, and building systems and equipment. This position is 50/50 Maintenance and housekeeping.

Job Duties/Responsibilities Maintenance:

• Develop or follow preventive maintenance schedules, performing all required preventive maintenance tasks according to these schedules, for example:
    • Lubricate all appliance motors, exhaust fans, pumps, etc
    • Check floor drain clean-outs and grease trap
    • Inspect and change sump pump if applicable
    • Inspect and repair sewage lift stations
    • Inspects and replaces filters as needed and cleans all vents and trap lines periodically
    • Check pressures gauge of generator and sprinkler systems
    • Test corridor fire doors for proper closure on a frequent basis and correct/repairs as needed
    • Evaluate the combustion chamber on dryers periodically and assure no lint build-up behind dryers
    • Monitor hot water temperatures in essential locations to assure compliance with safety standards, and adjust as needed
    • Check window screens for repairs/replacement needs, and wash window exteriors
  • Track Environmental Services inventory and maintain the security of miscellaneous repair parts and tools
  • Inspect and repair all damage to hallways, walls, ceilings, floors, baseboards, doorjambs, handrails, etc
  • Make minor repairs to equipment such as belts, cords, etc. and practice lockout/tagout procedures to prevent electrical injury
  • Check/replace outdoor lighting and exit lights when needed
  • Monitor daily lint removal from dryers by laundry staff according to fire prevention policy
  • Ensure community grounds are upkept, either internally, or by contract
  • Perform exterior upkeep such as painting and staining, cleaning gutters, etc. as scheduled or directed. Assure timely removal of snow and ice from all entrances and exits during the winter
  • Clean and polishes lighting fixtures, surfaces, and trim
  • Move and set up tables and chairs in various areas as needed or requested
  • Help housekeeping move a resident from one room to another when furniture is moved, helps new residents move in, hang pictures, etc., and evaluate resident personal furniture or appliances for safety
  • Transport small equipment and tool between departments; and store and account for tools properly
  • Take trash to disposal areas and keep dumpster area orderly and dumpster lid closed
  • Inspect building for signs of rodents or pests and implements effective pest control/elimination systems or services
  • Follow safety policies and use safe work practices required for using solvents, cleaning chemicals, ladders, electrical tools and equipment, and for lifting and transporting supplies and equipment
  • Secure unattended and potentially harmful items, tools, or substances to prevent accidental access by residents
  • Be trained in and implement all OSHA requirements concerning facility environment management and employee safety
  • Provide services in a manner that minimizes the disruption of resident privacy and quality of life
  • Protect and respect resident privacy and personal property and keep information about them confidential
  • Immediately report maintenance and equipment problems to the Administrator and notifies the Environmental Services Director
Job Duties/Responsibilities Housekeeping:
  • Perform Environmental Services duties according to shift assignment and daily, weekly, and monthly schedules, as well as special assignments or requests as directed, for example:
  • Empty waste baskets, bags and takes to trash disposal area
  • Replenish paper products and other supplies in public restrooms
  • Wash windows and furniture; and dust and polish surfaces as scheduled
  • Remove dust and cobwebs from windowsills, ceilings, behind furniture, drapery rods, light fixtures, etc
  • Spot clean/mop and shampoo carpeted areas as needed or scheduled
  • Spot clean upholstered furniture in lounges
  • Follow safety rules and precautions for mixing and handling cleaning chemicals properly, use warning signs during mopping, and store/secure cleaning carts and chemicals while unattended to prevent resident accidents, and remove lint from dryers
  • Keep door to janitor's closet locked at all times to prevent resident access
  • Report fire hazards and unsafe conditions, practices, or equipment to the Maintenance Services Director
  • Complete any recordkeeping associated with duties
  • Perform laundry duties if necessary
  • Operate laundry equipment according to instructions, including safety precautions
  • Follow department policy and procedures for handling unmarked, lost, found, or damaged clothing
  • Keep door to soiled laundry area locked at all times to prevent resident access
  • Follow OSHA mandates and infection control procedures for handwashing, Universal Precautions, and for handling items potentially soiled with blood-borne pathogens
  • Know location of Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for department chemicals in case of exposure, and reports accidental injury on proper report
  • Follow appropriate usage and dilution rates for all chemical/cleaning solutions used
  • Wear appropriate gloves or other personal protective equipment as needed or directed
  • Clean and put away equipment after each use
  • Posts wet-floor or other warning signs when floors pose a fall hazard
  • Keep equipment cords out of walkways
  • Report floor repairs needed by location and room number to the Envrionmental Services Director
  • Assists with extraction of water if a water emergency occurs
  • May be required to back-up housekeeping or laundry staff, when necessary to maintain resident services
Education/Qualifications/Skills:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
  • One year of experience in institutional maintenance department preferred
  • Ability to read, write, and make simple mathematical calculations
  • Ability to understand and carry out instructions that are provided in written, oral, or diagram form
  • Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work independently to accomplish assigned tasks, recognize areas in need of maintenance, attention, and safety concerns
  • Ability to get along well with diverse personalities; be tactful, mature and flexible
  • Have a valid license
  • Ability to maintain good attendance and attends mandatory in-service meetings
  • Average knowledge of fire alarm and sprinkler systems and of chemicals
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedures manual

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