Maintenance Assistant

Heritage Manor Care; Vista (CA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Job summary

Heritage Manor Care in Vista, California, is seeking a Part-Time Maintenance Assistant to ensure the upkeep of the facility and grounds. The role involves following a maintenance schedule, performing routine repairs, and servicing heating and cooling systems as needed.

The ideal candidate should be capable of physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects, handling emotional stress, and possess good communication skills. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute positively to the living environment of our residents.

Qualifications

• Physical capability to move and lift heavy objects.
• English language proficiency.
• Ability to cope with mental and emotional stress.

Responsibilities

• Follow maintenance schedule/instructions from supervisor.
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds and equipment.
• Service heating and cooling units according to specifications.

Skills

Ability to move intermittently throughout the workday

Effective communication in English

Ability to handle emotional stress

Independent functioning with flexibility and integrity

Physical capability to lift up to 100 pounds with assistance

Job description

We are a skilled nursing facility dedicated to creating a welcoming, warm environment for the residents who call our community home. We offer a true team environment with competitive pay. If you are looking for a challenging and highly rewarding career working with seniors, we want to hear from you! OUR COMPANY MISSION: To inspire hope that contributes to health and well-being for a unique care experience. We strive to deliver quality of care and unparalleled hospitality to all our guests and team members.

Our Service Covenant: Smile - Empathy - Recognition - Voice – Integrity – Care - Experience.

Part-Time Maintenance Assistant

• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in our established maintenance policies and procedures
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, etc., as necessary/directed
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
• Clean windows and screens as directed.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties wherever necessary
• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.

Requirements

• Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
• Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
• Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with the residents/personnel.
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which include a medical and physical examination.
• Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
• Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift a minimum of 50 pounds to a minimum height of 5 feet and be able to push, pull, move, and/or carry such weight a minimum distance of 50 feet, and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Frequent carrying, pushing and pulling of tools and equipment
• May be necessary to assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations.