Maintenance assistant-Glenwood

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Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Uses tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments and electrical and electronic testing devices
• Performs routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly, building systems operate efficiently, or the physical condition of buildings does not deteriorate
• Inspects drives, motors and belts, checks fluid levels, replaces filters, or performs routine maintenance actions, following checklists
• Cleans or lubricates shafts, bearings, gears, or other parts of machinery
• Adjusts functional parts of devices or control instruments, using hand tools, levels, plumb bobs, or straightedges
• Assists in dismantling devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools and power tools
• Paints or repairs roofs, windows, doors, floors, woodwork, plaster, drywall, or other parts of building structures
• Provides grounds keeping services, such as landscaping and snow removal, as needed
• Performs general cleaning of buildings or properties
• Assists in the testing and treating of water supply, as needed
• Assists in assembling boilers at installation sites, using tools such as levels, plumb bobs, hammers, torches, or other hand tools
• Installs equipment to improve the energy or operational efficiency of residential or commercial buildings
• Positions, attaches, or blows insulating materials to prevent energy losses from buildings, pipes, or other structures or objects
• Tracks inventory of supplies used and needed for required maintenance
• Performs all other duties as assigned or directed

Competency Statement(s)

• Accountability - Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Detail Oriented - Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Honesty / Integrity - Ability to be truthful and be seen as credible in the workplace.
• Judgment - The ability to formulate a sound decision using the available information.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Reliability - The trait of being dependable and trustworthy.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
• Technical Aptitude - Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize the available time to organize and complete work within given deadlines.
• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.

Skills & Abilities

• Education: High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED): Required
• Experience: Six (6) months or more of related experience in the maintenance field
• Computer Skills: Must possess basic computer skills
• Certifications & Licenses: Must possess a valid driver's license; Technical certificates in mechanical, electrical, carpentry or HVAC preferred; Must obtain and maintain mandatory, state and federal requirements and certifications for practice or occupation
• Other Requirements: Must be available for on-call duty; Must be able to read, write, understand and speak the English language; Must be able to work with elderly residents, families, other health care staff members and outside vendors; Must be able to adhere to all terms and conditions set forth in the United Church Homes Employee Handbook

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.