Maintenance Assistant

Valley-Pointe-Nursing-; California; On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare

Paid time off

401K retirement plan

Education stipends

Recognition program

Job summary

Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Castro Valley, CA is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to keep our grounds, facility, and equipment in top condition. You will perform routine maintenance, repairs, and light construction tasks while following safety protocols and respecting resident privacy.

The role requires independent decision making, good math and reasoning skills, and the ability to work Monday–Friday with varying shift times. Comprehensive benefits included.

Qualifications

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions.
• Ability to follow instructions and accept constructive criticism.
• Math skills with fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Strong reasoning and problem-solving abilities.
• Physical stamina to perform maintenance tasks.

Responsibilities

• Follow maintenance schedules for the assigned shift or area.
• Report accidents/incidents to supervisor promptly.
• Coordinate daily maintenance with nursing services in resident areas.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical).
• Replace burned out lights and service HVAC units per guidelines.
• Maintain safety practices while using equipment and protect resident info.
• Assist with lifting heavy objects and maintain clean work areas.

Skills

Independent decision making

Instruction following

Math skills

Reasoning ability

Physical stamina

Communication

Education

High school education (min 10th grade)

Job description

Job Opening: Maintenance AssistantFacility: Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation CenterLocation: Castro Valley, CA (Next to Eden Hospital)Compensation: $18-$20 DOEShifts: Full Time, Monday to Friday, shift times may vary.Work for the Best in Castro Valley:Are you looking to join a team that is officially recognized for excellence? Valley Pointe Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a beautifully renovated, boutique skilled nursing facility with a reputation that speaks for itself. We are the #1 preferred facility in Castro Valley, proudly holding a Five-Star Medicare rating and the title of “Best Nursing Home” by U.S. News and World Report.Why Join the Valley Pointe Family?New Grads Welcome: We love the energy of new nursing assistants! We provide a supportive environment where you can launch your career alongside the best in the business.A Boutique Experience: Work in a high-end, renovated setting that feels like a family, not a hospital.Top-Tier Benefits: We value our team. The company pays the majority of coverage for Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance.Invested in You: From 401K options to continuing education, we help you grow personally and professionally.Recognition Culture: Our \"Robust Employee Recognition Program\" ensures that your hard work never goes unnoticed.Your Role & Responsibilities:General PurposeThe primary purpose of your job position is to maintain the grounds, facility, equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.Essential Duties• Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area.• Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor no matter how minor they may be. (NOTE: Such occurrences must be reported on the shift in which they occur.)• Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.• Other related duties may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator.• Agree not to disclose resident’s protected health information and promptly report suspected or known violations of such disclosure to the Administrator• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed or called.• Perform specific tasks in accordance with daily work assignments.• File complaints/grievances with your supervisor.• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established maintenance policies and procedures.• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, etc., as necessary/directed.• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.• Clean windows and screens as directed.• Replace burned out light bulbs, to include exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties wherever necessary.• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.• Ensure maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary.• Ensure that the facility and its equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.• Report equipment malfunctions or breakdowns to your supervisor as soon as possible• Follow established safety precautions when performing tasks and when using equipment and supplies.• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested• Ensure that equipment is cleaned and properly stored at the end of the shift.• Maintain the confidentiality of all resident care information including protected health information.• Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure of such information.• Inform residents when it is necessary to move his/her personal possessions.Our BenefitsComprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Vision, Dental, and Life InsuranceGenerous Time Off: Paid Vacation Days, Sick Days, and Holidays.Financial Future: 401K retirement plan.Growth: Education Stipends to help you further your nursing education.Employee Perks: A robust recognition program and a supportive, five-star work environment.QualificationsMust possess a minimum 10th grade education.Language SkillsMust possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.Ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.Mathematical SkillsAbility to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations.Reasoning AbilityAbility to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Physical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk and talk, read or hear. Frequent use of all office-related equipment to include; copier/scanner/fax, telephone, and calculator. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.Work EnvironmentThe work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.Additional InformationNote: Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.Ready to join the #1 team in town?Valley Pointe Nursing and Rehab is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.