Maintenance Technician

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehab Center•Rome, NY

About The Position

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is seeking a dependable, hands-on Temporary Maintenance Project Technician to support facility improvement, cosmetic maintenance, and renovation projects at its newly renovated, 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. The role focuses on painting, drywall repair, flooring installation, fixture repairs, and general building upkeep to maintain a clean, safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff. This is a full-time temporary position lasting up to 13 weeks, with potential for extension. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM–4:00 PM, with weekend, on-call, and holiday rotation as needed. The employee will perform assigned maintenance and facility projects, follow safety and infection prevention practices, protect residents and property during work, and communicate progress or concerns to maintenance leadership.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Previous experience in painting, building maintenance, general repairs, or a related field preferred.
Experience in a healthcare, long-term care, or residential setting preferred.
Ability to perform basic cosmetic repairs and safely use common hand and power tools.
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
Strong attention to detail and pride in maintaining a professional facility appearance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to communicate respectfully with residents, families, visitors, vendors, and staff.
Knowledge of workplace safety practices and infection prevention procedures.
Ability to prioritize assignments and complete projects within established timeframes.
Must comply with facility policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
Must have reliable transportation.
Ability to work well under pressure and be flexible.
Must be reliable and dedicated to providing excellent service to residents.
Ability to work cohesively with residents, families, and staff from various departments.
Excellent communication, organization, and customer service skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a skilled nursing facility, nursing home, hospital, or other healthcare setting.

Responsibilities

Prepare, patch, sand, prime, and paint interior walls and ceilings; complete touch-ups and cosmetic surface repairs.
Repair damaged walls, doors, trim, baseboards, ceiling surfaces, and other interior finishes.
Repair and install VCT flooring, install cove base, and assist with other flooring and finish-related projects.
Install or replace minor fixtures and hardware, including sink and toilet fixtures, cabinet hardware, door handles, and wall guards, within assigned duties.
Complete cosmetic maintenance and appearance-enhancement projects throughout resident rooms, hallways, offices, nursing units, and common areas.
Prepare resident rooms and other spaces for admissions, transfers, occupancy changes, and facility improvement initiatives.
Perform assigned floor stripping and refinishing, apply floor finish, scrub bathroom and shower ceramic tile, and assist with impact-cleaning projects.
Complete assigned work orders, routine inspections, minor repairs, and emergency maintenance tasks; communicate progress and outstanding issues to the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Maintenance.
Follow OSHA standards, infection prevention practices, life safety requirements, and facility policies when working in resident care areas.
Protect residents, employees, furniture, equipment, and facility property from dust, paint, tools, and other work-related hazards.
Keep the work area organized; assist with inventory and supply tracking; transport tools, materials, and equipment as assigned.
Assist with monitoring work performed by outside contractors and report concerns to the Director of Maintenance.
Identify and promptly report safety hazards, property damage, equipment concerns, and repairs requiring specialized or licensed personnel.
Communicate professionally with residents, families, staff, visitors, and vendors while respecting resident privacy and confidentiality.
Perform additional maintenance and facility project duties as assigned.