Maintenance Assistant

AdamsPlace; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Vacation and PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Stock purchase plan

Flexible schedules

Job summary

NHC is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring the facility is maintained safely and efficiently. The role involves rounds across maintenance zones, HVAC checks, and timely repairs to protect patients, staff and visitors.

Responsibilities include daily upkeep, safety compliance, and coordinating with other departments to minimize disruption to patient care. On-call availability and heavy lifting are required.

Qualifications

• Must have painting and drywall experience.
• Must have electrical and plumbing experience.
• Overtime and weekend work may be required.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Assist with rounds to check maintenance zones for safety and quality, and report issues to theAdministrator.
• Check HVAC units on roof and in patient rooms, offices and other areas.
• Perform daily repairs as needed and coordinate with other departments to avoid interrupting patient care.
• Inspect storage rooms, work rooms, utility spaces and safety equipment for upkeep and compliance.
• Be on call for emergencies and assist with lifting/moving equipment as needed.

Skills

Communication

Flexible hours

Heavy lifting

Mobility

Painting

Drywall

Electrical

Plumbing

Job description

Position: Maintenance Assistant

The Purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and assist the Maintenance Supervisor with the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with the current local, state, and federal standers, guidelines and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator to assure that the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manor.

Position: Maintenance Assistant

The Purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and assist the Maintenance Supervisor with the overall operation of the Maintenance Department in accordance with the current local, state, and federal standers, guidelines and regulations, and as directed by the Administrator to assure that the facility is maintained in a safe and comfortable manor.

Qualifications

• Communication Skills and active Listening
• Position may require unscheduled overtime, weekend work if needed
• Must be willing to work flexible hours
• Must have painting and drywall experience
• Must have electric and plumbing experience
• Moderate to heavy physical effort including lifting up to 65 pounds is required
• Frequent walking or standing required

Position Summary/Duties

• Assist with competing regulars rounds of the facility to check all maintenance zones to ensure the quality control and safety, health and welfare of patients, employees, families, visitors in the facility, and correct or report equipment failure or damage to the Administrator immediately.
• Assist with Checking air conditioning and heating units on roof and in patients' rooms, office, and other rooms in the facility
• Assist with checking pump station and breaker panels, washers, and dryers in laundry
• Assist with making daily repairs as needed
• Assist with Checking water and boiler temperatures, dietary cooking equipment, cooling equipment, public address systems, fire extinguishers and alarms, fire doors, and electrical outlets.
• Assist with the inspection of storage rooms, work rooms, utility and janitorial closets for up-keep, supply, control and safety.
• Coordinates work of maintenance department with other department functions so as not to interrupt patient care or normal business functions.
• Able to be on call for emergencies.
• Runs errands, handles incoming and outgoing freight, lifts and moves heavy furniture and equipment, and other miscellaneous duties as directed by the administrator.
• Responsible for the care, maintenance and repairs of institutional property, equipment and grounds as directed by the administrator.
• Regular inspection of property and equipment for compliance with safety regulations.
• Perform other duties as assigned from time to time.

What We Offer

• Full Health, Dental, Vision and Life insurance
• Vacation/Paid time off/Holiday Pay - Rolls over year to year
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Opportunities for Continued Education
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Competitive Pay
• Company Stock Purchase Option
• Flexible Schedules

Why NHC?

We offer a culture of recognition, empowerment, and fun. At NHC, we are all partners (employees) in a family -oriented work atmosphere where growth and opportunities are promoted. We provide competitive compensation with performance wage rate increases.

EOE