Maintenance (1846)

EHDOC; Jacksonville (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

EHDOC is seeking a Maintenance Person to perform routine maintenance for the community in Jacksonville, AR. You will work under supervision of the Building Engineer and Maintenance Supervisor to keep facilities safe, clean, and in good working order.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in building maintenance, basic universal license, and hands-on skills in plumbing, electrical, painting, and janitorial work. You must communicate well with residents and staff, and be comfortable supporting elderly

Qualifications

• Basic Universal License is required (may be completed during the first year).
• 3+ years of building maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, painting and janitorial tasks.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of working with elderly and handicapped residents.

Responsibilities

• Handle routine maintenance projects as scheduled by Supervisor.
• Participate in preventative maintenance programs and keep records of work performed.
• Respond to maintenance requests within 24 hours or notify supervisor if delay is needed.
• Respond to emergency maintenance requests; participate in on-call rotation including weekends/holidays.
• Maintain and secure property; operate emergency shutoffs (gas, water, electric).
• Assist with turnover of units, painting and repairs to prepare occupancy.
• Maintain grounds and common areas; manage inventory of parts/materials.
• Janitorial duties as needed to meet property needs.
• Maintain professional relationships with residents, staff, contractors, and officials.

Skills

Basic plumbing

Electrical work

Painting

Janitorial services

Initiative

Verbal and written communication

Elderly/handicapped awareness

Education

Basic Universal License

Job description

## DescriptionGeneral Description:Perform routine maintenance procedures for the community in accordance with the Policies and Procedures set forth by EHDOC. Carry out tasks assigned by the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Regional Manager and EHDOC, which are deemed necessary to meet the needs of the community. Line of Authority:The Maintenance Persons answers directly to the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor, Community Manager, Regional Manager and EHDOC for all duties described herein as well as other duties and tasks that may be assigned/delegated from time to time by the Community Manager and EHDOC.In the absence of the Building Engineer, Maintenance Supervisor or Community Manager, the Maintenance Person assumes responsibility of the day-to-day maintenance functions and all maintenance emergencies under the direction of the Assistant Manager and Regional Manager.## QualificationsQualifications:* Required technical training: + Basic Universal License. May be completed during the first year of employment. + Working, hands-on knowledge of building maintenance, including basic plumbing, electrical, painting, and janitorial services.* Three (3) years building maintenance experience.* Ability to take initiative in performing tasks that need to be done.* Good verbal and written language skills in predominant language of the property location.* Understanding and consideration of the type of circumstances associated with working with the elderly and handicapped.Specific Duties:* Handle routine maintenance projects as scheduled by Supervisor.* Participate in all preventative maintenance programs and keep records of work performed.* Respond to maintenance requests within 24-hour period or notify the supervisor with reason for needing a greater response time.* Respond to emergency maintenance requests immediately - if necessary, use the call back system.* Be a part of a rotation call back system for the property that includes weekends, after work hours and holidays.* Participate in safety programs and be familiar with evacuation procedures.* Maintain property equipment based on manufacturer's recommendations and operating manuals.* Know all emergency shutoff systems such as gas, water, electric, etc. Be familiar with procedures to secure property in an emergency.* Make sure the storage areas are neat, properly lit and locked.* Perform electrical maintenance or repairs on appliances, fixtures, outlets, switches, etc.* Perform plumbing maintenance or repairs on drain stoppages, leaking faucets, showerheads, toilets, etc.* Participate in the preparation of units for turnover including painting, cleaning, repairs, etc. to ensure the unit is ready for occupancy in the time frame determined by the Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor and Community Manager.* Perform necessary painting of common areas as needed.* Participate in inventory control and work with Building Engineer or Maintenance Supervisor to maintain an adequate supply of parts and materials needed to provide quality maintenance to the community.* Maintain the grounds and common areas, trees, shrubs, walkways, roadways, parking areas of thecommunity so that they are hazard free and free of litter.* Participate in the systematic removal of trash from the premises and maintain the efficient operation of all trash compacting systems, disposal systems, rollways, etc. within the community.* Understand operating manuals and directions for any chemical or cleaning product used in the community.* Janitorial duties may be required to meet the needs of the property.* Be diplomatic in relationships with the residents, staff, outside contractors, state/local officials and the general public.