What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance assistant position at Nexion Health?
Maintenance Assistant
Gonzales Healthcare Center
Gonzales, LA
Assistant to the Maintenance DirectorMonday-Friday scheduleStarting pay$16.00-17.00 / hr
Nexion affiliates operate 56 skilled nursing and rehabilitation as well as assisted living facilities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.
Each of our affiliate skilled nursing and assisted living campuses offers a home-like setting influenced by their own unique regional cultures.
Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident and family member testimonials, satisfaction reports and AHCA Quality Awards.
FUNCTION :
The Maintenance Assistant performs various duties to maintain a clean and safe environment for residents, staff and visitors.
Maintenance services are provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures and in compliance with state and federal laws and regulations to enhance resident comfort and enhance the quality of life.
Responsibilities :
- Conduct scheduled maintenance throughout physical plant and equipment
- Maintain and test the emergency power system to ensure availability of power to entrances, exits, fire detection alarms and extinguishing equipment, and life support system in the event of an interruption of electrical supplies.
- Maintain essential equipment (e.g., boiler room equipment, nursing unit medication room refrigerators, kitchen refrigerator / freezer, and laundry equipment) in operating condition.
- Test facility hot water system on a regular basis to evaluate water temperatures in essential locations of facility. Monitors for the acceptable range of temperatures and immediately starts repairs to eliminate hazards for facility residents, staff and others.
- Inspect, test and maintain resent call system to ensure a functioning communication system from rooms, toilets and bathing facilities.
- Other duties as assigned.
The Maintenance Assistant must have
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred
- Experience in electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry and AC repairs etc.
- Experience with general up keep of commercial building
- A valid driver license with a good driving record.
Compensation and Benefits Package
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to include voluntary Medical, Dental, Vision, ADandD Benefits, LT / ST Disability, Life Insurance, Flex Spending Account and 401K
Last updated : 2024-10-22
Salary : $16 - $17
