Maintenance

Overview

Assure prompt and efficient maintenance of all communities.

Responsibilities

• Check with supervisor for each day's schedule.
• Inspect appliances, etc., routinely to make minor repairs as preventive maintenance.
• Replace furnace/air conditioner filters on a regularly scheduled basis.
• Keep door knobs and locks on doors/windows working properly.
• Assure that exterior of community (including porches and guardrails) is in good order and that scheduled yard work, etc. has been completed.
• Replace any broken windows and make sure all windows can be raised/lowered easily.
• Make sure alarm systems are operating properly.
• Monitor roof and plumbing of each community for leaks.
• Monitor condition of furnishings and report when they need replacing.
• Keep fire extinguishers updated and check for fire hazards (receptacles, panel boxes, wiring).
• Handle problems as they arise.
• Perform other duties as required by circumstances.
• Help maintain the self-respect, personal dignity and physical safety of each resident.
• Be familiar with and able to apply all the home's accident, fire safety, OSHA and emergency procedures.
• Be familiar with the Adult Care Home Residents' Bill of Rights and assist residents with exercising these rights.
• Assure careful treatment of Adult Care Home equipment and utilization of supplies.
• Be responsible for reading and adhering to all Adult Care Home and employee policies.
• Participate in job-related continuing education as required by ED/Administrator.

Qualifications

• Must possess relative experience or meet competency requirements
• Must be able to read, write, understand and follow directions
• Must not have substantiated findings on the NC Personnel Registry or Health Care Program
• Must have a clear SBI and DMV record and maintain them during period of employment
• Must have a valid NC Driver's License.
• Must have had at least 8 years of driving experience, as this is a requirement of company's liability insurance carrier.
• Must be able to Lift, Push, & Pull a Minimum of 50 Pounds