Maintenance Assistant

Life Care Centers of America; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Centers of America is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support facility operations with preventive maintenance, repairs, and system inspections. The role emphasizes safety, patient comfort, and adherence to Life Care standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent and at least one year of maintenance experience, plus knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of one year maintenance experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems preferred.
• Knowledge of local building codes and ordinances preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance, repairs, and replacements.
• Inspect equipment and systems for proper functioning and safety.
• Run errands and handle incoming/outgoing freight; lift and move heavy furniture/equipment.
• Exhibit excellent customer service and a positive attitude towards patients.
• Assist in patient evacuation when needed.
• Maintain professional relationships with associates, vendors, and others.
• Follow Life Care policies, code of conduct, and compliance training.
• Read, write, speak, and understand English.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Mechanical systems

Electrical systems

Plumbing systems

Customer service

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

None

Job description

Position Summary

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’s Code of Conduct and completes mandatory Code of Conduct and 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
• Demonstrate dependable, regular attendance
• 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

An Equal Opportunity Employer