Maintenance

Job Description

Purpose: Responsible for performing minor repairs and maintenance on equipment of the facility as directed; assists with outside duties such as snow removal and landscaping, as needed. 

Essential Functions- Job Duties: The following duties are considered essential to the job. Qualified individuals must have the ability, with or without reasonable accommodation, to perform the following duties:

• Maintains the building in good repair and keeps free of hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing, heating, and cooling systems.
• Performs preventative maintenance duties and completes required monthly documentation with regard to such; submits to Executive Director as directed.
• Performs test of the fire alarm system and keeps required records of the test results as directed.
• Keeps the heating and air-conditioning units in good working order including cleaning of the units, vents, and fans, as scheduled.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair work.
• May paint and perform minor carpentry and repair work; orders supplies 
• Maintains the outside immediate area of the facility free from debris, including snow and ice removal and cleaning out gutters regularly.
• Maintains the facility in a safe and clean manner; this includes routinely shampooing carpets and stripping/waxing floors, as needed.
• Inspects and changes light bulbs on the exterior and interior as assigned, monitors batteries and other equipment in Emergency Kits.
• Maintains facility’s vehicles and vehicle safety program, including ensuring they have adequate gas, first aid supplies, and current inspections; assists in transporting of residents to outside appointments as assigned.
• Regularly monitors electrical safety of washers, dryers, kitchen appliances, ice machines, and other equipment; inspects and tags all electrical equipment brought by residents for safety.
• Painting, patching, carpet cleaning, repairing, etc. all exited rooms as per the Executive Director.
• Participates in regular on-call rotation as assigned by Executive Director.
• Ensures we are compliant with state and federal guidelines with facility maintenance and emergency preparedness.
• Conducts fire safety and emergency preparedness training at new hire orientation.
• Other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Secondary Functions- Job Duties: The following are secondary to the essential functions listed above:

• Assist residents with initial set up and rearranging of residential areas and disposing of unwanted items.
• Perform accurate record keeping, including inventorying, as appropriate.
• Attend and participates in staff meetings, projects, special events, committees, and mandatory training as appropriate. Completes competency evaluations for training as required by the state or as assigned by their immediate supervisor, HR Director, or Executive Director. 
• Maintain equipment and supplies in an orderly fashion.
• Assist in other departments as needed.
• Follow all applicable state regulations.

Job Requirements

Education & Knowledge Requirements- Specific education, certification, and licensure:

• Minimum of 25 years of age.
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Driver’s License.

Essential Job-Related Experience/Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and speak the English language fluently.
• Ability to walk continuously, bend frequently, climb occasionally and sit occasionally.
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, stoop, bend, squat, and climb ladders for prolonged periods of time. Must have the ability to push, pull, and lift up to 150 pounds (with assistance, as needed).
• Ability to perform the functions required to push large carts, handcarts, appliance dollies and vacuum cleaners/carpet extractors.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently.

Exposure to Hazardous Conditions:

• Exposure to moving/rotating machinery is frequent.
• Exposure to blood and body fluid is occasional.
• Exposure to hazardous gas/chemical fumes is occasional.

Preferred Job-Related Experience/Abilities/Education:

• Minimum of one (1) year of directly related experience.

Summary Statement: This position description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, and efforts associated with the job; it is intended to be a reflection of those principal job elements essential for recruitment and selection and for making fair job evaluations. The incumbent shall perform all other functions and/or be cross-trained as shall be determined at the sole discretion of management, who has the right to amend, modify, or terminate this job in part or in whole. Incumbent must be able to perform all job functions safely.  

Cardinal Senior Management Philosophy: It is the philosophy of Cardinal Senior Management to provide a home-like atmosphere for residents; one that fosters wellness of the body, mind, and spirit. We believe that a caring, positive attitude in combination with encouragement in personal independence enhances the self-esteem of our residents. An emphasis on creating a “family” atmosphere provides a foundation for living life to its fullest. All staff are expected to execute the Cardinal mission of care, compassion, dignity, and safety. 

Cardinal Senior Management Vision:  

• Creating a living environment that provides dignity, harmony, and safety that enriches our residents’ lives. 
• Dedicating ourselves to providing personalized care to our residents and exceeding the expectations of those we serve. 
• Select and develop team members who radiate warmth, compassion, and respect while performing their duties. 
• Known for building relationships of trust, confidence, and integrity through the quality of our services and involvement in our community. 

Cardinal Senior Management team member values are having a servant’s heart, integrity, teamwork, and excellence.