Maintenance Assistant - Mental Health 115

Main Template•Oakland, CA

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About The Position

Gladman is a licensed 40-bed Mental Health Rehabilitation Center providing sub-acute psychiatric treatment to adults age 18 and older. The Maintenance Assistant performs work involving the facility’s physical plant, equipment, and grounds. Duties include a variety of carpentry, electrical, and environmental services assignments, as well as maintenance and repair work. The role works Tuesday through Saturday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM and participates in an alternating on-call schedule for emergencies. The expected starting wage is $23.00; pay may vary by geographic location and relevant experience. This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement and is subject to union membership requirements upon hire.

Requirements

At least two years of experience as a building maintenance worker, handyperson, boiler worker, or in a related position.
High school graduation or GED.
Knowledge of and ability to perform plumbing, carpentry, masonry, electrical, heating, and air-conditioning repair.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Willingness to work with adults with mental impairments.
Valid Class II California Driver’s License and ability to be insured.
Fingerprinting and clearance from the Criminal Justice Department.
Ability to meet the position’s physical requirements, as described in the physical requirements attachment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a health care setting.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate Telecare’s mission, purpose, values, and beliefs in interactions with clients, the public, and staff.
Perform work correctly and according to policies and procedures.
Check facility temperatures, maintain the temperature log, and adjust thermostats to keep temperatures between 72 and 74 degrees.
Check and log boilers and water temperature.
Check facility exit lights and other lights, replacing them as needed.
Complete sheetrock repairs, including sanding and painting, within one week of damage.
Pick up trash from the front of the facility.
Respond to work requisitions, complete requested tasks, and complete associated paperwork.
Complete scheduled and assigned preventive maintenance tasks.
Check and clean facility vehicles each week.
Respond to urgent maintenance and repair problems and participate in the alternating emergency on-call schedule.
Participate as a team member by reporting observations and concerns and asking appropriate questions.
Apply Professional Assault Response Training (PART) principles to manage aggressive behavior.
Use equipment and supplies properly.
Maintain cooperative working relationships and promote team morale.
Focus on assigned work and seek and implement improvements as needed.
Follow the safety program in all activities.
Interact professionally and respectfully with clients, families, governmental agencies, and the community.
Complete assignments and meet expected deadlines.
Follow attendance policies and attend assigned in-service education classes.