Nursing Home Maintenance & Safety Technician

Charleston Healthcare Group; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Charleston Healthcare Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Staff member to support daily environmental functions and maintenance in a nursing home setting. The role involves keeping equipment and work areas clean and safe, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, and assisting with housekeeping coordination across departments.

The position requires the ability to read and follow directions, reliable attendance, and related experience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written directions at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Must be able to relate positively to residents and families and work cooperatively with other employees.
• Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
• Must have related experience at a level necessary to accomplish the job.
• Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the aide of mechanical devices): Walking, reaching, climbing, bending, lifting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, ability to read and write, ability to communicate with residents and personnel and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Must meet all local health regulations, and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.

Responsibilities

• Ensure equipment and work areas are clean, safe and orderly; adhere to procedures regarding cleaners or hazardous materials or objects; ensure Standard Precautions and infection control, isolation, fire, safety and sanitation practices and procedures are followed; promptly address any hazardous conditions and equipment. Assist others in heavy lifting as requested and function as a working supervisor in all areas of responsibility as the department's budgeted hours and workload require.
• Help monitor facility in all aspects of cleaning and maintaining the facility interior and grounds; ensure resident's rooms are safe, comfortable and maintained in an attractive manner and that resident's personal items are safeguarded; ensure cleaning schedules are followed; coordinate daily housekeeping services with other departments.
• Perform minor repairs, improvements and preventive maintenance of the building, equipment, lawn and grounds; perform floor care.
• Conduct, attend, and participate in orientation, training, in service education activities and staff meetings.
• Understand, comply with, and promote all rules regarding residents' rights.

Job description

Charleston Healthcare Group is seeking an experienced Maintenance Staff member to support daily environmental functions and maintenance in a nursing home setting. The role involves keeping equipment and work areas clean and safe, adhering to infection control and safety protocols, and assisting with housekeeping coordination across departments.

The position requires the ability to read and follow directions, reliable attendance, and related experience.