Maintenance Worker I

Ascentria Care Alliance Careers • Middletown, CT

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About The Position

The Maintenance Worker I maintains facility spaces and equipment safely and efficiently, following applicable federal, state, and local standards and regulations, facility policies and procedures, and supervisor direction. The role also performs housekeeping duties to keep the facility clean and organized. The employee may work beyond regular hours, including weekends and holidays, and must be available for emergency call-backs, such as during severe weather, evacuations, or post-disaster situations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum years of experience in custodial/housekeeping work; the posting lists the requirement as “[X] years.”
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions in diverse situations.
• Valid driver’s license and access to a reliable vehicle for transportation to other sites as needed.
• Dementia training.
• Ability to meet the described physical demands, including occasional lifting or moving of up to 20 pounds and frequent use of hands and arms.
• Vision abilities including close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks on facility spaces and equipment in accordance with established procedures and guidelines.
• Perform room turnovers, including floor care and cleaning appliances, cabinets, and windows, and replace light bulbs.
• Use appropriate cleaning methods for carpet, vinyl, and VCT surfaces.
• Clean windows and screens and ensure windows, cranks, and screens function properly.
• Thoroughly clean equipment and store it properly at the end of each shift.
• Follow facility infection prevention and control policies and procedures.
• Coordinate repairs and work orders efficiently while respecting residents’ personal and property rights and minimizing disruption to their daily activities.
• Work beyond regular hours, including weekends and holidays, as required, and undertake additional responsibilities as needed.
• Remain available for emergency call-backs, including severe weather events, evacuations, or post-disaster situations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED