Maintenance Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to provide quality maintenance functions to the facility in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

The role involves assisting with preventive maintenance, inspections for safe operation, and supporting patient care areas. You will participate in emergency evacuations, work with an interdisciplinary team, and maintain professional conduct in line with Life Care’s policies.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year maintenance experience preferred.
• Proven knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems preferred.
• Knowledge of local building codes and ordinance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
• Inspect equipment/systems regularly for proper functioning and safety.
• Run errands, handle incoming and outgoing freight, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in the evacuation of patients.
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment.
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team.
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours.
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Safety awareness

Job description

The Maintenance Assistant provides quality maintenance functions to the facility in accordance with all applicable laws, regulations, and Life Care standards.

Education, Experience, and Licensure Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of one (1) year maintenance experience preferred
• Proven knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems preferred
• Knowledge of local building codes and ordinance preferred

Specific Job Requirements

• Valid driver’s license in current State with satisfactory driving record per Life Care standards
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Knowledgeable of practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing functions in the post acute care facility
• Implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the department
• Perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: patient rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains professional working relationships with all associates, vendors, etc.
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Life Care’sCode of Conductand completes mandatoryCode of Conductand other appropriate compliance training

Essential Functions

• Assist with preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements
• Inspect equipment/systems regularly for proper functioning and safety
• Run errands, handle incoming and outgoing freight, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients
• Assist in the evacuation of patients
• Concentrate and use reasoning skills and good judgment
• Communicate and function productively on an interdisciplinary team
• Sit, stand, bend, lift, push, pull, stoop, walk, reach, and move intermittently during working hours
• Read, write, speak, and understand the English language