Full Time Maintenance Assistant/Grounds Keeper

Full Time Maintenance Assistant

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
To assist the Maintenance Supervisor in the day-to-day upkeep for the property; performs skilled technical and preventive maintenance, functions in building and grounds maintenance, alteration, and repair of the facility, follows maintenance checklist functions and maintenance procedures, and equipment repairs. Must be able to take charge if the maintenance manager is off the property. Must be at least 21 years of age with a clean driving record.

The person holding this position is delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
1. Assists in maintaining the interior and exterior of all buildings and grounds in all seasons.
• Performs daily, weekly, monthly inspections of all essential equipment and systems per audit sheets.
• Keeps accurate records of maintenance performed by logging and dating all equipment checks and tests and preventive
repair and routine replacement (filter changes.
• Follows maintenance policies and procedures.
• Completes work as assigned using job tickets, purchase orders, and work orders.
• Reports any needed improvement and repairs.
2. Ensures safety of all residents, visitors, and staff.
• Assists in the testing of facility systems, including fire alarms, smoke detectors, exit door alarms, emergency and exit
lighting, nurse call system, emergency generator and sprinkler system.
• Consider safety first and never extend beyond knowledge and experience.
• Report unsafe conditions immediately.
• ergonomics.
3. Performs maintenance and repair functions in the following areas.
• Plumbing – Identifies and performs basic repairs of plumbing leaks or breaks; replaces float units in toilets and washers;
unclog lines and drains; remove sink traps for cleaning; replaces washer and other minor parts; maintains and monitor
septic systems; Repairs and replaces hot water heaters. Conducts checks on sprinkler system.
• Painting – Applies and prepares various surfaces for paint, enamel, lacquer, varnish, or stain to redecorate and protect
interior and exterior surfaces, trimming, and fixtures of the facility; fills nail holes, cracks, and joints with putty, plaster or
other filler; paint walls, ceilings, doors, window and door frames, tables, chairs, shelves, racks, closets, and parking-space
stripes.
• Carpentry – Performs basic rough and finished carpentry work in construction and repair of structures, such as, walls,
doors, fences, window frames, office furniture, roofs, and shelves. Repair windows, screens, shades, blinds, curtain and
drapery rods, doors, hinges, handles, and locks, beds, bedrails, wheelchairs, Geri chairs, walkers, canes, crutches, hand
rails, railings, grab bars, towel bars, soap dishes, and water/bath sprays. Build and construct shelves, racks, tables,
benches, foot stools, and bulletin boards. Installs floor tile, baseboard, wall covering, and ceiling tiles.
• Electrical – Performs basic electrical installation and repair work in wiring for switches, outlets, plugs, cables, power circuits
and appliances; repairs lighting systems, inspects electrical systems for unsafe conditions. Replace light bulbs, fuses,
ballasts, circuit breakers, extension cords, electric plugs, bed-call cords, pull chains, emergency-call system cords,
electrical outlets, etc.
• Heating/Cooling Systems - Replace and clean filters in air-conditioning and heating units, washers, dryers, extractors, water
systems, vents, and exhaust fans in bathrooms and over stoves. Checks/repairs boiler room equipment, pumps, check
valves, boiler lines, heating, and ventilating systems. Ensures stationary power plant, boiler and cooling systems are in
working order, monitored, repaired as needed; and tested as required.
• Ground Maintenance – Maintains grounds in clean and orderly manner including mowing, trimming, raking, weeding,
aerating and fertilizing lawns; replaces plants as needed; sets sprinklers, replaces broken sprinkler heads; adjust automatic
time clocks and system pressure if necessary; maintains ground equipment (lawn mower, weed eater, saws); trims tree
branches/bushes that create hazardous situations. Oversees removal of snow by hand or machine in parking lots,
driveway, sidewalks and ensures snow removal equipment is maintained (snow blower, shovels, etc.) Repair and replace
gutters, downspouts, and drains. Maintain and repair lawn furniture and outside décor such as fountains, lights, etc.
• Masonry – Lay forms, mixes, pours, and finishes concrete for buildings, sidewalks, and slabs.
• Glazier – Removes broken glass, putty, or plastic; replaces windows and door hardware; replaces or arranges for
replacement of glass for windows, doors, and light fixtures.
• Automotive Repair – Keep records of mileage, oil changes, repairs, check tires for air, wear, and replacement.
4. Assists in maintaining a well-organized, clean, neat workshop and tool room.
5. Works cooperatively with all departments, staff, and residents.
6. Maintains all tools in good-working order.
7. Cleans up after every job and test the equipment to be assured it is in proper working order.
8. Attends in-service educational programs and staff meetings.
9. Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates.