Maintenance Assistant

SOUTHCREEK in; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Centralia is seeking a maintenance staff member. This role includes performing routine maintenance, coordinating with nursing services, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The position requires a minimum of a 10th-grade education and a capacity for independent decision-making. Benefits include paid time off, a 401(k) plan, and low premium healthcare options.

Benefits

Low monthly premium payments

401(k) plan with employer match

Paid time off

Qualifications

• Must possess a minimum of a 10th grade education.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel and the public.
• Willingness to adopt new maintenance methods.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on grounds and equipment.
• Coordinate maintenance services with nursing services.
• Ensure maintenance supplies are replenished.

Skills

Decision-making

Problem-solving

Tactfulness

Education

10th grade education

Job description

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, including 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 are 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.

Supervisory Requirements: This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a 10th grade education.
• Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• 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.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Ability to solve practical problems and interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands: The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a desktop or laptop computer. Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and talk, read or hear. May be necessary to assist in evacuations during emergencies.

Work Environment: Usually low to moderate noise level. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Additional Information: Management may reassign duties at any time. The statements are not exhaustive of all responsibilities and may change due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.

Summary of Benefits:

• Low monthly premium payments for employees and dependents
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid time off for vacation, sick days, and holidays

We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pay: $17.00 - $23.00 per hour, with potential additional compensation for shift differentials, overtime, premiums, incentives, or bonuses.