Maintenance Assistant - Full Time

Maplewood Senior Living•Weston, MA

10d

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant/Environmental Services Technician is responsible for general maintenance, repair, and housekeeping of the residence and community physical plant, supporting safe, efficient, and proper operations. The role also supports communication and coordination of tasks related to repairs, maintenance projects, and alterations to building systems and equipment. The position performs general maintenance and inspections, maintains equipment and mechanical systems, manages preventive maintenance schedules and work orders, and helps maintain the building’s appearance and resident comfort. It also includes safety checks, compliance with safety practices, recordkeeping, and routine communication and administrative tasks.

Requirements

Excellent mechanical skills.
Understanding of HVAC systems and ability to operate and maintain HVAC equipment.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence, and memos.
Ability to write simple correspondence effectively.
Basic computer familiarity.
Ability to present information effectively in one-on-one and small-group situations.
Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift up to 60 pounds at times.
Ability to stand for extended periods.
Background, criminal, and drug testing required.

Responsibilities

Perform general maintenance, including light electrical work, painting, and carpentry.
Operate and maintain HVAC equipment.
Replenish supplies and keep tools, work areas, and equipment clean, properly stored, and in working order.
Maintain the facility and equipment for resident comfort and convenience; routinely repair equipment and document hazardous conditions.
Replace light bulbs, exit lights, and room call lights as needed.
Inspect buildings, grounds, and equipment daily to identify maintenance and repair needs.
Ensure personnel follow established OSHA safety practices and maintain an organized physical plant.
Maintain the building’s general appearance, including event cleanup, general cleanup during scheduled shifts, and arranging furniture.
Maintain preventive maintenance logs for mechanical systems and establish and manage preventive maintenance schedules.
Establish and maintain an effective work-order system.
Participate in in-service training as required by state regulations.
Maintain confidentiality of pertinent resident care information.
Submit invoices and a spend-down report weekly using an Excel spreadsheet.
Keep the laundry room clean and orderly and store chemicals according to product and supervisor instructions.
Follow and promote safety rules, regulations, standards, and practices during maintenance work.
Routinely check the Resident Emergency Call system in each resident’s apartment.
Oversee and implement safety committee initiatives.
Perform other duties as required.