Maintenance Technician Assistant, Bridgeport

Job Title:
Location: Southport
Employment Type: Hourly
Salary Range: Competitive
Department: Environmental Services

About Us:
Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider.  We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment.  As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking Maintenance Technician Assistant to become part of our family.  We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Position Summary: The Maintenance Technician Assistant is responsible the general operating maintenance, repair and
housekeeping of the residence and the community’s physical plant to maintain proper operations of the
residence. The Maintenance Technician is also responsible for communication and helps coordinate the
necessary tasks to accomplish repairs and alterations to buildings and equipment systems.

 

Key Responsibilities:

Performs general maintenance work (light, electrical, painting, carpentry, etc.)

Demonstrates excellent mechanical skills

Understands HVAC and can operate and maintain equipment

Replenishes and maintains supply levels in work areas

Assures all tools, work areas, and equipment are clean, in proper working order, and properly stored.

Assures that the facility and all equipment are properly maintained for resident comfort and
convenience.

Consistently and routinely maintains and repairs equipment and documents any hazardous conditions

Routinely replaces light bulbs, exit lights, room call lights, etc where needed

Conducts daily inspections of buildings, grounds and equipment to determine necessary maintenance
and repairs

Assures that personnel follow established safety practices (OSHA) and maintain the organization of the
physical plant of the facility.

Responsible for maintaining the general appearance of the building including but not limited to,
assisting and cleaning up after events and general clean up during scheduled shift, arranging furniture
on an ongoing basis.

Maintains a preventative maintenance log on all mechanical systems

Establishes and manages a compliance binder for permits, and inspections

Maintains an effective work-order system

Ensures a preventative maintenance log on all mechanical systems is maintained

Participates in in-services training as required by state regulations

Maintains confidentiality of all pertinent resident care information

Responsible for weekly submission of invoices and spend-down report on Excel spreadsheet

Performs other duties as required.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification:

Must possess a High School Diploma

Must be knowledgeable as to maintenance & housekeeping practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing maintenance functions in the community.

Understands the practices surrounding proper handling of biohazardous waste

Demonstrates competency in the performance of duties and responsibilities through the utilization of
sound judgment and the reporting of unusual problems/conditions to the Executive Director.

Must possess a valid Driver’s License, preferable a Commercial Driver’s License.

Why You'll Love working for Us: 

Competitive wages

Flexible shifts

Growth opportunities

Bonus & incentive programs

Competitive Benefits Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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