Maintenance Assistant

Nexion Health Management; Yazoo City (MS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare company seeks a Maintenance Assistant for their skilled/long-term care facility. The role involves maintaining a clean and safe environment, including equipment upkeep and compliance with safety regulations. Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package are offered, making this an excellent opportunity to join a dedicated team focused on enhancing the quality of life for residents.

Benefits

Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire

Medical / Dental / Vision Care

Early Pay

FSA / HSA / 401k

Educational Advancement

Scholarship for employees and dependents

Emergency Relief

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of experience in physical plant and equipment.
• Experience in various skilled trades and general maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Conduct scheduled maintenance and testing of emergency systems.
• Maintain essential equipment and inspect facility systems.
• Perform repairs and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Electrical

Plumbing

Painting

Carpentry

AC Repairs

General Upkeep of Commercial Building

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Vocational training in skilled trade preferred

Job description

Maintenance Assistant for Skilled/Long Term Care Facility

$15.00 - $20.00/hour, negotiable, based on experience

Nexion is a "Great Place to Work" because we provide:

Free employee and family telehealth immediately upon hire

Medical / Dental / Vision Care

Early Pay

FSA / HSA / 401k

Educational Advancement / increased pay with competency levels

Scholarship for employees and dependents

Emergency Relief

Nexion affiliates operate 56 skilled nursing and rehabilitation as well as assisted living facilities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. Each of our affiliate skilled nursing and assisted living campuses offers a home-like setting influenced by their own unique regional cultures. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident and family member testimonials, satisfaction reports and AHCA Quality Awards.

FUNCTION:

The Maintenance Assistant performs various duties to maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, staff and visitors. Maintenance services are provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations to enhance resident comfort and enhance the quality of life.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct scheduled maintenance throughout physical plant and equipment
• Maintain and test the emergency power system to ensure availability of power to entrances, exits, fire detection alarms and extinguishing equipment, and life support system in the event of an interruption of electrical supplies.
• Maintain essential equipment (e.g., boiler room equipment, nursing unit medication room refrigerators, kitchen refrigerator/freezer, and laundry equipment) in operating condition.
• Test facility hot water system on a regular basis to evaluate water temperatures in essential locations of facility. Monitors for the acceptable range of temperatures and immediately starts repairs to eliminate hazards for facility residents, staff and others.
• Inspect, test and maintain resent call system to ensure a functioning communication system from rooms, toilets and bathing facilities.
• Other duties as assigned.

The Maintenance Assistant must have

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Minimum of one year of physical plant and equipment experience in an institutional environment. Vocational training in skilled trade or other relevant training preferred.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry and AC repairs etc.
• Experience with general up keep of commercial building
• A valid driver license with a good driving record.

Compensation and Benefits Package

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to include voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, ADandD Benefits, LT/ST Disability, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Account and 401K

EOE M/F/D/V