Maintenance Staff / Maintenance Assistant
Job Description
Benefits Available for Full-Time Employees:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off (PTO)
401(k)
Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician / Maintenance Assistant to join our team. Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor or Plant Operations Manager, this position assists with facility maintenance, building maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs, safety inspections, and general maintenance to keep our skilled nursing and rehabilitation center safe, clean, comfortable, and in excellent working condition.
The Maintenance Technician will perform hands-on maintenance and repair duties throughout the facility, including basic electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, equipment, and building maintenance. This position also helps ensure compliance with required safety, Life Safety, OSHA, preventative maintenance, and facility standards.
The ideal candidate is dependable, hands-on, safety-conscious, and comfortable troubleshooting and completing a variety of general maintenance tasks.
ResponsibilitiesFacility Maintenance & Repairs
Perform routine facility maintenance, building maintenance, and repair work throughout the center.
Conduct daily rounds of the facility to identify maintenance concerns, safety hazards, and repair needs.
Review, prioritize, and complete daily maintenance work orders through the TELS system.
Maintain electrical and mechanical equipment in safe and proper working condition.
Lubricate, clean, adjust, and maintain equipment and functional components as needed.
Clean and replace filters according to facility needs and preventative maintenance schedules.
Check and replace light bulbs and exit lights.
Monitor room temperatures and make necessary adjustments.
Check circuit breakers and address or report electrical concerns as appropriate.
Monitor temperatures in coolers and freezers and make necessary adjustments or repairs.
Inspect and maintain nurse call systems and report problems promptly.
Repair outdoor chairs, benches, and other facility equipment as needed.
Lubricate and maintain wheelchairs, shower chairs, Geri chairs, carts, and other equipment.
Identify and repair potential hazards caused by damaged carts, dollies, chairs, doors, walls, frames, or other equipment.
Report major equipment failures, safety concerns, and significant maintenance issues to the Administrator or supervisor.
Prepare resident rooms for new admissions and discharges.
Maintain an adequate supply of maintenance tools, parts, materials, and supplies.
Perform scheduled preventative maintenance (PM) throughout the facility.
Complete required preventative maintenance tasks in the TELS system.
Follow a monthly preventative maintenance schedule and complete assigned tasks on time.
Dedicate time each day to preventative maintenance activities.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, replacement parts, and materials used.
Assist with maintaining the facility's physical plant records and maintenance history.
Complete required maintenance documentation and reports.
Perform regular facility safety inspections and weekly walkthroughs of high-risk areas.
Help maintain compliance with federal, state, local, and corporate safety requirements.
Complete required Life Safety, OSHA, fire safety, and preventative maintenance activities.
Maintain required logs and documentation for facility safety and compliance programs.
Assist with inspections and documentation related to fire alarms, smoke and heat detectors, sprinkler systems, emergency generators, fire extinguishers, fire doors, smoke doors, emergency drills, exit lighting, and other Life Safety equipment.
Follow facility safety procedures, including Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) and applicable OSHA requirements.
Identify and report potential safety hazards promptly.
Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
Maintain accurate maintenance logs and electronic records.
Document completed work orders and preventative maintenance activities in TELS.
Maintain records of inspections, certifications, repairs, service contracts, and maintenance activities as required.
Assist with documentation needed for federal, state, local, corporate, OSHA, and Life Safety compliance.
Follow all facility policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable building codes.
High school diploma or equivalent required.
Previous experience in maintenance, facilities maintenance, building maintenance, general maintenance, custodial maintenance, or a related field preferred.
Knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, mechanical, and building maintenance preferred.
Experience with preventative maintenance and work order systems is a plus.
Healthcare, skilled nursing, nursing home, rehabilitation, assisted living, or hospital maintenance experience preferred but not required.
Ability to troubleshoot basic maintenance problems and determine when issues require additional expertise.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety.
Ability to work independently while following established procedures and priorities.
Dependable attendance and willingness to respond to facility maintenance needs.
Ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
At Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation, our maintenance team plays an important role in creating a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for our residents, families, and employees.
If you're looking for a Maintenance Technician, Maintenance Assistant, Maintenance Worker, Facilities Technician, Building Maintenance, or General Maintenance position where your hands-on work makes a difference every day, we encourage you to apply!
Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation
850 Country Manor Ln
Creve Coeur, MO 63141
Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer.
Country Villa Wellness & Rehabilitation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
