Maintenance Worker

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients?  Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient focused and dedicated to making a difference.  We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

The Maintenance Worker will work Regular Full-Time Days, 7AM - 3PM and will perform duties and assigned tasks following VHS, manufacturers and OSHA guidelines and procedures in the safest possible manner.

• The Maintenance Worker will be responsible for collecting and disposing of all rubbish, and will repair windows, doors, floors, walls, and ceilings (as needed).
• Then Maintenance Worker will also install metal studs and sheetrock, paint interior walls and exterior, as needed.
• The maintenance worker will assist in construction and repair of all building and grounds related equipment.
• Operate and perform routine maintenance on VHS vehicles to include driving for ADC as needed or assigned.
• Then Maintenance Worker will remove snow and ice from parking lots, walkways, driveways, entrances, and steps. He/she will also maintain grounds by mowing, raking, cutting, and fertilizing. Re-seed, plant, care for trees, shrubs, flowers, and lawns. Keep grounds free from litter and debris.
• Required to work weekend rotation and "on call" hours.
• Answer all Maintenance calls.
• The Maintenance Worker will clean area and tools upon job completion, and complete job sheets and check sheet and return to DES or Maintenance Supervisor daily.
• Complete any job tasks assigned by DES or Maintenance Supervisor.
• Attend all required in-services and follow all department and facility policies including use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain CONFIDENTIALITY of all pertinent resident care and employee information and follow HIPAA and HIV regulations.
• The previous statements are illustrative only. The position requires that you perform all duties necessary to maintain a sanitary, secure, and comfortable building and grounds. These duties may be housekeeping or maintenance oriented.
• The primary function of this position is to perform a variety of semi-skilled tasks to maintain a sanitary, comfortable, and secure environment for the residents, visitors and staff. The tasks will include but are not limited to; maintenance, building repair, security, snow removal and plowing, grounds-keeping and transportation tasks and some housekeeping if necessary.

Bassett Healthcare Network follows the New York State and New York State Department of Health COVID-19 vaccine mandates for healthcare workers. This mandate requires COVID-19 vaccinations for personnel working for or on behalf of our hospitals and nursing homes.  The New York State mandate allows for medical exemptions and religious accommodations, when appropriate. All candidates who accept an offer from Bassett Healthcare Network will be required to show proof of vaccination as required by New York State.

Education/Qualifications:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.
• Must possess good general knowledge of building and trades but need not be a journeyman.
• Must possess a current violation free driver license.

Benefits:
Our commitment to our employees includes benefit programs that are designed to meet the various needs across our employee population.

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits and more…

Throughout our network, we take a balanced approach to the benefits we offer. Many benefits are company-paid, while others are available through employee contributions. Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.