Maintenance

Job DescriptionJob Description

Our "mission" is to provide a high quality facility and service to older adults in an atmosphere which enhances the quality of life and fosters independence, self-sufficiency, respect, dignity and security within a framework reflecting our core values- respect, competence, excellence, social responsibility, learning, innovation, compassion, community as well as, mutual caring and concern for those served and those employed.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay

• Flexible schedules

• Hiring bonus

• Refer a friend bonus

• 401 K

• PTO

• Life Insurance

• Health Insurance

• Short term

• FSA

Basic Function

Maintains facility, grounds and building in a safe and good working condition using proper policies and procedures.  Drives van for activities.

Essential Duties

• Maintains walls, ceilings, floors in good repair.
• Repairs peeling wallpaper or paint.
• Clears sidewalks, drives, fire escapes and entrances of snow, ice and other obstructions.
• Keeps grounds free from refuse and litter.
• Controls weeds around buildings, patios, sidewalks and gardens.
• Maintains lawn, shrubs and gardens in an attractive condition.
• Notifies pest control agency as needed.
• Secures handrails.
• Possesses and applies knowledge of facility policies and procedures/ state and federal regulations.
• Informs affected others when changes in maintenance occur.
• Checks and maintains hot water temperature within legal limits.
• Regulates temperature at comfortable range for residents.
• Keeps heating and air-conditioning units in good working condition.
• Ensures adequate lighting:  overhead, over bed, reading lamps, fire exits lights.
• Completes safety checks on residents’ appliances upon admission.
• Maintains call lights and side rails in working condition.
• Completes monthly safety checklist on lifting equipment.
• Maintains and repairs facility and equipment as needed.
• Follows scheduled maintenance checks.
• Schedules and completes mandated semiannual fire inspections with fire representative (tour).
• Schedules annual fire protection equipment inspections and keeps extinguisher tagging current.
• Conducts and maintains record of fire extinguisher inspections, fire drill inspections, fire protection equipment inspections, and alarm systems.
• Conducts tests and maintains, records tests and maintenance of the emergency power system.
• Disposes of garbage and rubbish in a safe and sanitary manner.
• Follows proper incineration procedure.
• Secures adequate supply of oxygen and stores per policy and procedure.
• Secures oxygen tanks to tip-proof container.
• Stores combustibles/poisonous materials in separate and locked cupboard.
• Stores cleaning rags/compounds in closed metal containers.
• Follows manufacturer’s directions for repair/cleaning materials.
• Uses chemicals with caution and in accordance with proper policy and procedure.
• Secures floor coverings and edging to prevent falls.
• Follows safety procedures for use of tools and returns and stores tools properly.
• Observes for safety when working in care area.
• Checks and recommends equipment and supply replacement.
• Stays within budget guidelines.
• Participates in Q.A.A. as directed by Administrator.
• Completes work order requests, reports and projects in a timely manner.
• Prioritizes and organizes work efficiently.
• Follows user directions for all compounds and chemicals.
• Uses proper body mechanics 
• Follows proper infection control practices.
• Follows proper hand washing practices.
• Treats residents and staff with respect and dignity.
• Maintains valid Wisconsin driver’s license.  Drives in a safe manner, adheres to speed limits.
• Makes sure all residents are belted in, delivered to the proper location on time with appropriate paper work.
• Maintains the facility vehicle related to oil changes, lube jobs, car washes, and repairs as needed.
• Reports promptly any indication of rodents and other pests.
• Maintains clean storage area.
• Treats residents and staff with respect and dignity.
• Adheres to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.
• Assist in moving tenants/patients.
• Other tasks as assigned in accordance with facility and campus needs.

Supervision Received

Receives supervision from the Nursing home Administrator.

Qualifications

• No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.
• High School graduate or the equivalent.
• Prompt and regular attendance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read, write and make simple calculations and follow oral and written directions.
• Knowledge of principles and requirements of sanitation and safety in handling maintenance tasks and equipment.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to , , , , , , status, genetics, protected veteran status, , or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.