Maintenance Assistant

Landmark of Lincoln Park (2); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Landmark of Lincoln Park (2) is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to help maintain buildings and grounds in a safe, comfortable environment for residents and staff. You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to emergencies, and support daily operations under the Director of Maintenance and facility policies.

The role requires basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and equipment knowledge, plus the ability to read and follow instructions in English.

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs electrical and plumbing systems per established procedures
• Performs inspections and documents preventive maintenance under the facility’s plan
• Performs routine, scheduled preventive maintenance of furnishings, fixtures, equipment and grounds
• Carries out emergency maintenance as required
• Performs plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and other specialized maintenance services as scheduled
• Replaces burned-out lights and maintains lighting systems
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces windows/screens
• Performs gardening, trash removal, snow removal and grounds work
• Hangs and adjusts drapes, moves furniture and resident belongings
• Ensures work areas are clean and equipment/tools are stored properly
• Keeps equipment maintained and informs supervisor of supply needs
• Makes recommendations for tools, hardware and equipment purchases
• Attends department meetings, trainings and on-the-job instruction
• Coordinates maintenance with nursing staff when performing routine tasks in resident areas
• Assists in establishing an effective preventive maintenance program
• Performs other duties as assigned by Maintenance Director/Administrator
• Is aware of Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality
• Interacts with residents, families, staff in a respectful, supportive manner
• Addresses resident/family satisfaction issues with supervisor
• Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law
• Maintains floor care procedures and safety
• Submits accident/incident reports within 12 hours
• Uses protective clothing/devices when required
• Follows fire safety, hazardous materials, ergonomics and lockout procedures
• Reports accidents, hazards or equipment to the Director
• Maintains infection control practices and standard precautions
• Ensures understanding of residents’ rights and respects privacy
• Knocks on doors before entering residents’ rooms
• Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas

Education

Must be 18 years of age

High school graduate or GED

Must have a valid driver’s license

Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English

Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Assistant helps maintain buildings and grounds in a safe and comfortable

environment. Must ensure that quality maintenance services are provided on a daily basis and

safeguard the health, safety, and welfare of all residents and staff. The person holding this position is

delegated the responsibility for carrying out the assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with

current existing federal and state regulations and established company policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

A. Role Responsibilities - Job Knowledge/Duties:

• 1. Maintains and repairs, according to established procedures, all electrical and plumbing systems, heating or cooling units, bathroom fixtures, windows, mirrors, floor and floor coverings, moldings, ceilings, stair and hallway rails, furniture, dietary and laundry equipment, roofs, outside walls, resident and staff room furnishings and other facility furnishing, fixtures, and equipment
• 2. Performs all inspections, documentation, and other duties required of you under the facility’s preventive maintenance plan
• 3. Performs routine, scheduled, preventive, and other maintenance of facility furnishings, fixtures, equipment and grounds according to established procedures
• 4. Carries out emergency maintenance whenever and wherever required, including times and days on which you have not been scheduled in advance
• 5. Performs work on equipment serviced by outside maintenance contractors, such as elevators and furnaces, only to the extent, if any permitted under the facility’s agreements with those contractors
• 6. Performs plumbing, carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting and other specialized maintenance services as scheduled and within scope of expertise
• 7. Replaces all burned out lights promptly when necessary, including light bulbs, exit lights, overhead lights and call lights
• 8. Cleans, removes, repairs, and replaces windows/screens according to established procedures
• 9. Performs gardening, trash removal, snow removal, and other work on the grounds
• 10. Hangs and adjust drapes and blinds, and move furniture, resident belongings, etc.
• 11. Ensures that work areas are clean and that equipment, tools, supplies, etc. are properly stored while working, as well as before leaving such areas for breaks, meal times, and end of the work day
• 12. Ensures that equipment is properly maintained, cleaned, and prepared for use by the next shift and keep supervisor informed of supply and equipment needs
• 13. Makes recommendations for the purchase of appropriate tools, hardware, ladders, and other maintenance equipment and supplies, as necessary
• 14. Attends department meetings, in-service educational classes, and on the job training
• 15. Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine maintenance assignments in resident living and recreational areas
• 16. Assists in establishing an effective preventative maintenance program of cleaning, painting, maintain equipment, etc., as necessary
• 17. Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Maintenance and/or Administrator

B. Role Responsibilities - Interpersonal Skills:

• 1. Is aware of and adheres to Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information
• 2. Interacts with resident and family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in nonjudgmental, supportive and calm manner
• 3. Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional manner
• 4. Is aware of the Resident Abuse Reporting Law

C. Role Responsibilities - Safety:

• 1. Maintains proper floor care procedures. Keeps floors dry and cleans up spills immediately
• 2. Submits accident/incident reports to the Director within12 hours after their occurrence
• 3. Uses proper protective clothing/devices when duties require doing so
• 4. Follows established fire safety, hazardous materials, ergonomics, confined spaces and tagout, lock-out procedures in the performance of all duties
• 5. Reports all accidents/incidents, hazardous conditions, or equipment to the Director
• 6. Assists the director in identifying, evaluating, and classifying routine and job related functions to ensure that maintenance tasks involving potential exposure to blood/body fluids are properly identified and recorded
• 7. Demonstrates ability to locate emergency equipment (i.e. fire extinguisher)
• 8. Follows established fire, disaster, and evacuation policies and procedures
• 9. Makes scheduled rounds, checks equipment, and checks for fire hazards
• 10. Uses equipment safely. Uses only supplies/equipment you have been trained to use. Operate all equipment and use all supplies in a safe manner and according to established procedures

D. Role Responsibilities - Infection Control:

• 1. Demonstrates proper hand-washing techniques.
• 2. Disposes of waste properly.
• 3. Ensure that established infection control and standard precaution practices are maintained when performing maintenance procedures

E. Role Responsibilities - Resident Care/Dignity:

• 1. Ensures understanding of and compliance with all rules regarding residents’ rights
• 2. Addresses residents in a respectful manner and knocks on resident’s rooms before entering
• 3. Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 1. Must be 18 years of age
• 2. Must be a high school graduate or have a GED, past experience in maintenance preferred
• 3. Must have a valid driver’s license as per insurance requirement, also to operate facility bus
• 4. Must have a general knowledge of tools and maintenance equipment
• 5. Must have the ability to work on plumbing systems
• 6. Must be able to understand and carry out oral and written instructions
• 7. Must have the ability to withstand inside and outside extreme conditions
• 8. Must be able to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate effectively in English
• 9. Must be able to handle stressful situations and be flexible and adaptable
• 10. Must meet health assessment requirements, including two stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter
• 11. Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING CONDITIONS:

Occasionally equals approximately 1% to 33% of the workday, Frequently equals approximately 34% to 66% of the workday, and Continuously equals approximately 67% to 100% of the workday

(Typical full-time workday is 7.5-8 hours).

1. Job Requirements: Hours Per Day:

• a) Sit 0 to 1 hours
• b) Stand 6 to 8 hours
• c) Walk 5 to 7.5 hours

2. Movements: Frequency:

• a) Bend/Stoop Continuously
• b) Squat/Crouch/Kneel Frequently
• c) Crawl Occasionally
• d) Reaching Continuously
• e) Balancing Occasionally
• f) Pushing/Pulling Continuously
• g) Climbing Frequently

3. Weight Carried/Lifted: Frequency:

• a) Up to 34 pounds Frequently
• b) 35 to 50 pounds Frequently
• c) 51 to 100 pounds Frequently with assistance*
• d) 100 + pounds Occasionally with assistance*

4. Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, postdisaster, etc.)

5. Is subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as to reactions from dust, disinfectants, tobacco smoke, and other air contaminants.

6. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the AIDS and Hepatitis B viruses

7. May be subject to the handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals

8. May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations

9.

*Assistance can include mechanical devices, equipment or human assistance.

Maintenance Assistant 4

I have read this job description and fully understand the requirements set forth therein. I hereby accept

the position of Maintenance Assistant and agree to perform the identified essential functions in a safe

manner and in accordance with the facility’s established procedures. The above job description is

intended to describe the general nature and level of work required of this position. This is not meant to

be an exhaustive list of all requirements, duties and skills required. This organization reserves the right

to revise the essential position functions as the need arises.

I understand that as a result of my employment, I may be exposed to blood, body fluids, infectious

diseases, the contaminants (including tobacco smoke), and hazardous chemicals and that the facility

will provide to me instructions on how to prevent and control such exposures.

I understand that my employment is at-will, and thereby understand that my employment may be

terminated at-will either by the facility or myself and that such notice can be made with or without

notice. I have received, read and understand this job description and I am able to fulfill these

responsibilities. I also understand that this is not a contract or legal document.

Employee Signature-Maintenance Staff Date