Maintenance

Description

The following are skills needed to perform the essential functions of janitor-floor tech.  The ability to:

 

• Responsible for the maintenance, cleanliness, and security of the facility.
• Works closely with the Maintenance Supervisor to implement the operation, maintenance and repair program for the facility.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

The duties and responsibilities of the Maintenance Tech include cleaning and sanitizing according to established policy and procedures, as well as maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, all in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Maintenance Director or other person assigned to the supervisory role. The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

 

The following job functions have been determined to be essential to the position of a Maintenance Tech.  Because of fluctuations in workload demands, as well as tasks often overlapping, frequency ranges and percentages vary by assignment, day of week, day, evening or night shift, etc.  However, low frequency and percentage or duration of time spent on a particular task may not indicate lack of importance.  Spring Haven Senior Living reserves the right to modify this list of essential and other functions as deemed necessary.

 

• Advises and consults with Director of Central Services on maintenance and repair needs concerning structure, equipment, and grounds.
• Inspects all equipment and systems regularly for compliance with local codes, ordinances, and safety regulations.  Responds to emergency calls in the facility, as needed.
• Sweep and or clean parking lot and exterior walkways.
• Maintains lawn, lawn equipment, and exterior of building; including fences and walkways.
• Prepare units for move-ins and/or move-outs in a timely manner.
• Handling work orders, as directed by the Director of Central Services, for units and building.
• Runs errands, handles incoming and outgoing freight; lifts and moves furniture and equipment.

 

• Maintain and clean pool and pool area along with all exterior furniture.
• Participate in fire and safety programs and drills. 
• Read and understand the Emergency and Disaster Plan

 

Job Title:        Maintenance Tech   (continued)

 

• Know the location and operation of all fire and emergency equipment located in the general work area. Know evacuation routes and exits in the work area.
• Attend all mandatory meetings and in-service training sessions.
• Maintain a professional attitude and consistently work cooperatively with residents, families, supervisor, co-workers and ancillary service providers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

 

OTHER

 

In addition to the essential job junctions described above, the following job functions are important to the propter fulfillment of the duties of the Maintenance Tech.

 

• Must demonstrate the ability to work with others and the elderly. 
• Must have the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Display a cooperative attitude working with others.

 

 

Qualifications

 

 

 

PHYSICAL STRENGTH REQUIRED

 

A Maintenance Tech must be capable of lifting a minimum of fifty pounds. Spring Haven Senior Living has determined that performing the essential functions of the job of Maintenance Tech requires minimal strength and agility for most routine tasks.

 

 

 

Job Title:        Maintenance Tech   (continued)

 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

 

Except where appropriate and conducive to accomplishing the goals and objectives of a particular task, the Maintenance Tech will work in a well-lighted area that is ventilated and as physically innocuous as possible under the conditions that exist at a particular time. Because the essential functions of the job of Maintenance Tech require exposure to involvement in a health care facility, including but not limited to exposure to AIDS, HIV, and Hepatitis B viruses will fluctuate. To be qualified for the position of Floor Maintenance Tech, employees will have the ability to work in the environment conducive to caring for residents without posing a direct threat to self or others.

 

JOB ANALYSIS

Activity                                                                                                            Frequency of Activity

Sitting                                                                                                              Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Walking                                                                                                           Constantly (6-8+ hours)

Standing                                                                                                           Constantly (6-8+ hours)

Bending (Neck)                                                                                                Frequently (3-6 hours)

Bending (Waist)                                                                                               Frequently (3-6 hours)

Squatting                                                                                                          Frequently (3-6 hours)

Climbing                                                                                                          Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Kneeling                                                                                                          Frequently (3-6 hours)

Crawling                                                                                                          Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Twisting (neck)                                                                                                Frequently (3-6 hours)

Twisting (waist)                                                                                                Frequently (3-6 hours)

Hand Use: Is Repetitive use of hand required?                                                    Yes

Simple Grasping Dominant                                                                               Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Simple Grasping Non-Dominant                                                                        Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Power grasping (right hand)                                                                              Frequently (3-6 hours)

Power grasping (left hand)                                                                                Frequently (3-6 hours)

Fine Manipulation (right hand)                                                                          Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Fine Manipulation (left hand)                                                                            Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Pushing & pulling (right hand)                                                                          Frequently (3-6 hours)

Pushing & pulling (left hand)                                                                            Frequently (3-6 hours)

Reaching (above shoulder level)                                                                        Occasionally (0-3 hours)

Reaching (below shoulder level)                                                                        Occasionally (0-3 hours)

 

Lifting                                      Frequency                                                        Height

0-10 lbs.                                   Frequently (3-6 hrs)                                          0-2 feet

11-25 lbs.                                 Frequently (3-6 hrs)                                          0-2 feet

26-50 lbs.                                 Occasionally (up to 3 hrs)                                 0-2 feet

Carrying                                   Frequency                                                        Distance

0-10 lbs.                                   Frequently (3-6 hrs)                                          20 feet

11-25 lbs.                                 Occasionally (up to 3 hrs)                                 5-10 feet

26-50 lbs.                                 Occasionally (up to 3 hrs)                                 5 feet