Maintenance Aide Full -Time Days
About The Position
The Maintenance Aide performs hands-on facilities maintenance tasks to keep buildings and grounds running smoothly and supports skilled maintenance team members with assigned duties. The role provides training and mentorship, with opportunities to advance to Maintenance Worker as openings arise and performance and development expectations are met. The position normally works Monday through Friday during the day. It has no supervisory responsibility. Duties may change, and the employee is expected to comply with Mille Lacs Health System policies, including safety policies, procedures, and rules, and to report unsafe conditions to management.
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 obtaining the position.
- Ability to stop and change workflow as needed.
- Professional written and verbal communication.
- Expertise with computer-based data.
- 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.
- 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 the facilities department.
- 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 that support 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.
- Follow lockout/tagout procedures and the confined space policy.
- Understand procedures and responsibilities for responding to emergencies and drills.
- Wear assigned personal protective equipment for job tasks.
- Report unsafe conditions, hazards, and repair needs to the Supervisor or management.
- Interact positively with patients, residents, visitors, coworkers, and other departments.
- Communicate effectively in writing and verbally.
- Comply with MLHS policies, safety procedures, and rules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
