Maintenance Assistant

Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center of Rhode Island in Coventry, RI is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. This full-time role (40 hours) requires independent work, good judgment, and the ability to follow facility policies.

On-call for emergencies is expected, with responsibilities across maintenance tasks and safety. Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, general background in repair

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• General repair and maintenance experience is preferred.
• Ability to read, write, and comprehend English.
• Ability to follow instructions and take constructive feedback.
• Maintain supplies, equipment, and maintenance areas.
• Ability to work well with other staff and residents.
• Minimize waste and prevent equipment misuse.
• Seek new maintenance methods and apply them.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Relate information about resident conditions when needed.
• Mechanical abilities to handle maintenance tasks with limited outside help.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, facility, and equipment safely and efficiently.
• Identify hazards affecting resident or staff safety and address them.
• Plan and prioritize tasks for timely completion.
• Replace, repair, and purchase items per policy.
• Plan preventive maintenance and document activities.
• Protect building exterior and grounds from weather-related hazards.
• Supervise outside contractors as needed.
• Be on-call for emergencies and off-hours.
• Run errands and complete tasks as required.
• Keep maintenance areas clean and organized in all weather.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Mechanical ability

Independent worker

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our team at Respiratory and Rehab in Coventry, RI. As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times. If you are mechanically inclined, can work independently, and prioritize tasks effectively, we encourage you to apply for this full-time, 40 hours.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take appropriate action to maintain a safe environment

• Organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion

• Replace, repair, and purchase items according to facility policy and procedure

• Plan and implement preventive maintenance programs and document accurately

• Maintain weather protection against cold, heat, fire, and other hazards

• Supervise outside contractors

• Serve on-call for emergency and off-duty hours

• Perform errands and tasks as required

• Maintain upkeep of exterior of building and grounds in all weather conditions

• Other tasks assigned by managerial team

Requirements

Long Term Care Experience Required

• High school diploma or its equivalent

• General background in repair and maintenance

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language

• Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism

• Ability to maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance areas

• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel and handle residents based on their maturity level

• Ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.

• Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing maintenance practices

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

• Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition

• Sufficient mechanical abilities to handle facility maintenance needs with little outside contract use