Description:
Position Title: Maintenance Specialist
Classification: Nonexempt
Reports To: Facilities & Maintenance
Summary/Objective:
The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the building’s infrastructure and responding to Maintenance Requests within a specialized function. This position follows strict policies and procedures.
Essential Functions:
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Performs a specialized function within the Facilities and Maintenance team including but not limited to painting, pest control, HVAC, grounds keeping, etc.
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Complete Maintenance Requests within specialized area in a timely manner following SHO policies and procedures
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Performs work assignments throughout?various SHO properties and grounds as projects dictate or as assigned
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May assist with other facilities and maintenance assignments as directed
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May assist in maintaining maintenance parts and supplies inventory
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Keep maintenance areas in an organized and clean manner
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Follow fire and safety procedures
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Follow established infection control and universal precaution policies and procedures
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Be familiar with Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for all chemicals stored and used at the facility
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Maintain records through unit files and PM files as directed
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Report any accidents/incidents or hazards to supervisor or manager regardless of severity
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Maintain a written "check out" system if tools or equipment are lent to other SHO facilities, being repaired or otherwise taken off the premises
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Maintain all tools and equipment in good, safe condition and use according to manufacturers' recommendations
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Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent resident information
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Communicate and coordinate with residents in scheduling work to be performed in resident's room; treat residents and their property with dignity and respect
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Maintain communication lines with property management and other personnel by attending required meetings as appropriate
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May assist with moving large items within the building
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Perform other duties as assigned by the Property Manager or Assistant Director, Facilities & Maintenance
Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
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Works throughout the facility and grounds
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Sits, stands, bends, lifts and moves intermittently during working hours
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This position may require lifting up to 50 pounds on a regular basis several times per day
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An individual in this position may be exposed to inside environmental conditions, extreme cold below 32 degrees for more than one hour at a time and extreme heat over 100 degrees for more than one hour at a time
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May be exposed to bloodborne pathogens
Requirements:
Competencies:
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Ability?to?communicate?clearly?both?verbally?and?in?writing,?including?the?ability?to?provide?non-technical?assistance?in?a?simple,?straightforward?manner
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Demonstrate sensitivity to the concerns of residents and a commitment to dealing fairly with all
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Friendly demeanor, positive disposition, tactful, patience and high ethical character
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Maintains a professional demeanor and responds with urgency
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Strong organizational and interpersonal skills; attention to detail
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Basic computer/internet knowledge and typing skills
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Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a wide range of diverse constituents
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Self-directed and proactive; independent problem solver
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Demonstrated working knowledge in maintenance functions
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Be open to new ideas and be willing to incorporate them into practice
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Must have ability to drive to various properties to perform specialized maintenance duties
Education and Experience:
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High school diploma preferred
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Minimum one (1) year prior work experience within specialized maintenance area required
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Prior working experience with an elderly and/or disabled population a plus
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Bilingual a plus
Expected Hours of Work:
This role may be full-time, part-time or on-call. Shifts are available 24 hours a day, seven (7) days per week. May be called during off hours to respond to emergency or unusual situations. Occasional on-call weekend and holiday work may be required.