Facilities Maintenance & Grounds Assistant

Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills; Branford Hills (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform a variety of standard, unskilled tasks in the upkeep and repair of the grounds and facility. You will follow directions from the maintenance director or supervisor and help keep the building safe, clean, and orderly for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities include minor repairs on handrails, windows, HVAC filters, and electrical systems; maintain tools; stay on call 24 hours; and, when needed,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; basic knowledge of wiring, plumbing, and carpentry.
• Must read, write, speak, and understand English to ensure safety and effective communication.
• Vaccination verification may be required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Works closely with the maintenance director/supervisor and follows directions.
• Maintains building and grounds in a clean, safe, and orderly condition.
• Maintains and repairs basic facility functions as directed by supervisor.
• Takes care of tools and equipment.
• Performs minor repairs on handrails, windows, flooring, walls, ceilings, beds, wheelchairs, and electrical equipment; changes HVAC filters and servicing components.
• Remains on call, 24 hours a day, when assigned.
• Assumes supervisor’s responsibilities in their absence.
• Puts residents first by delivering high quality service in a compassionate atmosphere; respects individual needs and rights.
• Performs other duties as requested.

Skills

Basic wiring knowledge

Basic plumbing

Carpentry

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ark Healthcare and Rehabilitation at Branford Hills is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform a variety of standard, unskilled tasks in the upkeep and repair of the grounds and facility. You will follow directions from the maintenance director or supervisor and help keep the building safe, clean, and orderly for residents and visitors.

Responsibilities include minor repairs on handrails, windows, HVAC filters, and electrical systems; maintain tools; stay on call 24 hours; and, when needed,