Maintenance Assistant

Royal Palms Limited Partnership•Largo, FL

13h•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, as well as established policies and procedures. The goal is to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Requirements

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
Must be able to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
Must be able to work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and potentially hostile people within the facility.
Must be able to speak, write and understand English in a manner that is sufficient for effective communication with supervisors, employees, residents, and families.
A high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area.
Coordinate daily maintenance services with departments when performing routine assignments in common living areas.
Ensure maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary.
Keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
Assist others in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.
Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions from your supervisor and as outlined in established maintenance policies and procedures.
Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., by cutting, trimming, sweeping, etc., as necessary/directed.
Perform routine and unscheduled maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
Attend and participate in service training programs to meet state and federal requirements.
Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance services.
Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean, and orderly environment.
Ensure that work/assignment areas are clean and equipment, tools, supplies, etc., are properly stored before leaving such areas on breaks, end of work day, etc.
Dispose of refuse daily in accordance with established sanitation procedures.