Maintenance Worker I

Ascentria Care Alliance; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascentria Care Alliance in Middletown, CT is seeking a maintenance/housekeeping associate to keep facilities and equipment safe and clean in line with federal, state, and local standards and facility policies. You will perform routine maintenance, room turnovers, and cleaning of surfaces, windows, and equipment to ensure a tidy, compliant environment.

The role requires following infection prevention policies, coordinating repairs, and being flexible for after-hours and emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of several years in custodial/housekeeping.
• Strong interpersonal, teamwork, and independent work ability.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repair tasks on facility and equipment.
• Perform room turnovers, cleaning, and light bulb changes.
• Clean various surfaces (carpet, vinyl, VCT) to meet hygiene standards.
• Clean windows and screens; ensure proper window operation.
• Clean equipment and organize after shifts; proper storage.
• Follow infection prevention and control policies.
• Coordinate repairs and work orders to minimize disruption.
• Remain available for call-backs during emergencies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Sound judgment

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the facility and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, established facility policies and procedures, and as directed by your supervisor to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times. Additionally, the role involves undertaking housekeeping duties to ensure cleanliness and organization within the facility.

• Conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks on facility and equipment, following established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform room turnovers, including floor care, appliance, cabinet, and window cleaning, as well as changing light bulbs to maintain a clean and orderly environment.
• Utilize appropriate cleaning methods for various surfaces such as carpet, vinyl, and VCT to ensure cleanliness and hygiene standards are met.
• Clean windows and screens as directed, ensuring proper functioning of windows, cranks, and screens for optimal functionality and aesthetics.
• Thoroughly clean equipment and ensure proper storage at the end of each shift to maintain organization and safety standards.
• Adhere strictly to facility infection prevention and control policies and procedures to safeguard the health and well-being of residents and staff.
• Respect residents' personal and property rights by coordinating repairs and work orders efficiently to minimize disruption to residents' daily activities.
• Demonstrates flexibility by working beyond regular hours, including weekends and holidays, as required, and may undertake additional responsibilities as needed.
• Remains available for call-backs during emergency situations, such as severe weather events, evacuations, or post-disaster scenarios, showcasing readiness to respond promptly and effectively to critical conditions.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent, required
• Minimum of [X] years of experience in custodial/housekeeping work
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a team environment and independently.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and decision-making in diverse situations.
• Valid driver's license and access to a reliable vehicle for transportation to other sites, as needed.

Trainings Required:

• Dementia training

Physical/Mental Demands:

Physical work requirements are important in complying with the American’s With Disabilities Act (ADA) and in determining whether an employee who’s been out on worker’s compensation can return to work.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable an individual with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the position.

Physical Demands are generally:

Repetitive Motion, Weight Lifting and Sitting, Standing and bending. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit and talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision, Distance vision, Peripheral vision, Depth perception and Ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms.

Mental Demands are generally:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to problem solve, make decisions, interpret data and organize.

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