Maintenance Assistant

Position Summary

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent
• Must have a minimum of one (1) year maintenance experience
• Proven knowledge of various mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems preferred
• Knowledge of local building codes and ordinances preferred

Primary Job Responsibilities

• Assists Maintenance Services Director with maintenance programs for heating, cooling, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, grounds, carpentry, painting, sprinklers, fire alarms, plumbing, building exteriors, etc.
• Assists Maintenance Services Director in identifying needed repairs or replacements: apartments, common areas, depart work areas, landscaping, signage, sidewalks, driveway, parking area, fences, curbs, retaining walls, etc.
• Completes work orders from residents and staff
• Completes minor repairs (i.e., icemakers, dyers, washers, dishwashers, small appliances)
• Prepares apartments for residency: wall repairs, painting, plumbing repairs, electrical repairs, cabinetry, appliance repair, carpet/draper damage or replacement, etc.
• Assists with preventive maintenance to refurbish or replace deteriorating items and avoid future costly repairs
• Demonstrates energy conservation efforts community wide (i.e., insulation of pipes, no excessive lights burning, thermostat settings, not leaving doors and windows open, wasteful use of water conservation)
• Advises supervisor concerning needed equipment repairs or low supplies
• Completes special projects as directed (i.e., room alterations, major repairs)
• Cleans and dust fire sprinkler heads routinely
• Assists in housekeeping duties were needed
• Handles incoming freight
• Lifts and moves heavy furniture and equipment
• Keeps grounds litter free
• Assists with landscaping and lawn maintenance
• Keeps outside traffic areas free of with debris, snow, ice and other traffic hazards
• Assists with floor maintenance (i.e., shampooing carpet, stripping and waxing)
• Assists with resident move in and move out as necessary

Additional Requirements

• Must have a valid driver’s license in current State with satisfactory driving record per Century park standards
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Must be knowledgeable of maintenance practices and procedures as well as the laws, regulations, and guidelines governing maintenance functions in an assisted living community
• Must have the ability to implement and interpret the programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the maintenance department
• Must perform proficiently in all competency areas including but not limited to: general maintenance responsibilities, resident rights, and safety and sanitation
• Maintains confidentiality of all proprietary and/or confidential information
• Must understand and follow company policies including harassment and compliance procedures
• Displays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Parks? Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance training

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