Maintenance Assistant

New Haven Assisted Living in Tomball•Tomball, TX

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant maintains and repairs the physical structures, systems, furnishings, and grounds of the community. The role performs preventive maintenance under Enriched Senior Living policies and procedures, helps keep the building and grounds safe and attractive, and responds to resident maintenance needs. The position reports to the Executive Director/Maintenance Director. The assistant also supports residents and families during move-ins and move-outs, helps with community transportation and other assigned driving, maintains compliance with applicable regulations and training requirements, manages expenses within budget parameters, and is available for on-call emergencies outside regular business hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, or one to three years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Possess or be able to obtain a valid state driver's license.

Nice To Haves

HVAC, electrical, or plumbing licenses or certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

Paint and repair building structures, masonry, woodwork, furnishings, and other areas, or oversee contractor work.
Maintain grounds, including mowing lawns, trimming hedges, removing weeds, and clearing leaves and refuse.
Clean and maintain buildings, including buffing, sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, carpet cleaning, and washing windows.
Inspect, repair, and service HVAC, environmental control, and plumbing systems, or oversee contractor work.
Maintain vacant rooms and make repairs, repaint, or replace carpeting as needed so rooms are ready for rental within seven days of vacancy unless needed earlier.
Perform preventive maintenance according to company policies and procedures; submit the maintenance calendar to the Executive Director monthly and note exceptions.
Assist other departments as requested, including moving furniture and unloading and storing supplies.
Requisition tools, equipment, and supplies.
Assist residents with periodic maintenance needs and complete work orders within 24 hours of request.
Assist residents and family members with move-ins and move-outs, including moving boxes and furniture and hanging pictures.
Meet residents upon move-in to inspect electrical appliances and devices for safety.
Handle chemicals according to manufacturer directions and keep them locked away when not in use.
Conduct fire, tornado, and other disaster drills as needed; know and follow community evacuation and disaster policies and participate in assigned drills.
Follow compliance and ethics policies, complete required compliance, HIPAA, and regulatory training, and maintain confidentiality.
Be available for on-call emergency situations outside regular business hours.
Manage expenses within budget parameters using spend-down sheets.
Drive the community vehicle to transport residents to appointments, shopping, entertainment, education, and other destinations as assigned.
Drive for community business, including attending funerals, training, off-site meetings, covering another community, and purchasing supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned that support the success of the community and the care, comfort, and happiness of residents.