Maintenance Aide Full -Time Days

Mille Lacs Health System•Onamia, MN

10d

About The Position

The Maintenance Aide performs hands-on facilities maintenance to help keep buildings and grounds operating smoothly and supports skilled maintenance team members with assigned duties. The role provides training and mentorship, with opportunities to advance to a Maintenance Worker position as openings arise and after performance and development expectations are met. The position normally works Monday through Friday during daytime hours and has no supervisory responsibility. The employee must comply with Mille Lacs Health System policies and report unsafe conditions to management. Duties and responsibilities may change with or without notice.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Valid Minnesota driver's license, age 21 or older, and a clean driving record.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Boiler Special Engineer's license within 18 months of starting the position.
Ability to stop and change workflow as needed.
Professional written and verbal communication skills.
Computer-based data skills.
Customer/client focus, ethical conduct, flexibility, initiative, personal effectiveness and credibility, technical capacity, thoroughness, time management, and a quality- and safety-focused approach.

Responsibilities

Assist maintenance workers with routine building repairs and preventive maintenance.
Perform basic carpentry, wall repair, painting, plumbing, and electrical support work under supervision.
Help maintain and clean maintenance areas, including storage spaces and mechanical rooms.
Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, filters, and other basic components as directed.
Assist with moving furniture, equipment, and supplies throughout the campuses.
Perform periodic fire safety inspections, including monthly fire extinguisher and emergency lighting inspections.
Maintain cleanliness of facilities department areas.
Coordinate and complete delivery and pickup of vehicles scheduled for maintenance or repair.
Maintain parking lots and sidewalks year-round through trash removal, sweeping, applying salt and sand, shoveling, and other activities to ensure safe facility access.
Complete computerized maintenance management system tickets daily and report completion issues to the Supervisor.
Complete all assigned training.
Perform backup duties as Courier.
Understand and follow lockout/tagout procedures and adhere to confined space policy.
Understand procedures and responsibilities for responding to real emergencies and drills.
Wear assigned personal protective equipment for each job task.
Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and repair needs to the Supervisor or a member of management.
Interact positively with patients, residents, visitors, coworkers, and colleagues in other departments.