Maintenance Assistant

AdviniaCare; Woonsocket (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Life Insurance

401(k) with Employer Match

Vacation and Personal Time

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Health insurance

Job summary

Adviniacare is seeking a Maintenance Assistant for Oakland Grove Health Care Center in Woonsocket. This full-time role maintains grounds, facility, and equipment to support a safe, efficient maintenance program.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent and a general background in repair and maintenance. On-call duties and coordination of contractors are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and comprehend English.
• Willing to work harmoniously with other staff and residents.

Responsibilities

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take action.
• Organize and prioritize maintenance tasks.
• Replace, repair and purchase items according to policy.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance and document it.
• Maintain exterior and interior areas in all weather conditions.
• Supervise outside contractors.
• Serve on-call for emergencies and off-duty hours.
• Perform errands and tasks as required.
• Maintain upkeep of building grounds in all weather.

Skills

Reading and writing in English

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are hiring a Maintenance Assistant to join our dynamic care team at Oakland Grove Health Care Center in Woonsocket!

Working with our team and residents will give you purpose in your professional and personal life.

As a Full Time Maintenance Assistant, you maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment, in a safe and efficient manner to ensure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or its equivalent.

• General background in repair and maintenance.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take appropriate action to maintain safe environment according to facility policy and procedures.

• Organize and prioritize.

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

• Plan and implement preventive maintenance program 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.

Specific Requirements:

• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.

• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.

• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

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

• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.

• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.

• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.

• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

• Must possess sufficient mechanical abilities to handle facility maintenance needs with little outside contract use.

Become a vital part of our team committed to delivering exceptional care to the residents we serve.

Adviniacare’s Benefits:

• Competitive and Weekly Pay

• Holiday Pay for Hourly and Salaried Employees

• Overtime Pay for Hourly Employees

• Career Advancement Opportunities

• Exclusive Employer Discount Program

Available for Eligible Team Members:

• Employer Paid Life Insurance

• 401(k) with Employer Match

• Vacation and Personal Time

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Health insurance

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Adviniacare and its managed centers follow federal and state mandatory guidelines regarding staff vaccinations; our vaccination policy requires all newly hired staff, regardless of position or work location, to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.