Maintenance Assistant

Overview

Cooper River Post Acute is a 176-bed skilled nursing facility located in Mount Pleasant, SC. We value the relationships we have in our community, with our fellow colleagues, residents, and families. We are seeking a dependable and motivated Maintenance Assistant to help keep our building safe, clean, and running smoothly for our residents and staff.

• Assisting with general maintenance and light repairs (plumbing, electrical, painting, etc.)
• Responding to work orders and requests with a positive attitude
• Upkeeping the building and outdoor areas
• Supporting event setups that bring joy to residents
• Ensuring everything is safe, clean, and up to code
• Working closely with a team that values respect, teamwork, and care

• Some experience in maintenance or handywork
• Basic skills in plumbing, painting, or general repairs
• A friendly, team-focused attitude
• Good time management and reliability
• Physically able to lift, move, and perform manual tasks
• Bonus:
  Experience in a senior living or healthcare setting

• A supportive and welcoming team
• A chance to make a real impact in residents' daily lives
• Schedule:
  Part-time 20-30 hours a week
• Competitive pay based on experience
• On-the-job training and opportunities to grow
• A workplace that feels like family

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our policies and procedures, and as directed by the supervisor, to ensure a successful maintenance program.

• Follow maintenance schedules as outlined for the respective shift or area
• Report all accidents/incidents to your supervisor
• Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine resident-area tasks
• Perform other related duties as directed by your supervisor, department director, or administrator
• Protect resident privacy; do not disclose protected health information and report suspected violations
• Attend departmental and staff meetings as directed
• Perform tasks according to daily work assignments
• File complaints/grievances with your supervisor
• Receive and follow maintenance schedule/instructions per policies and procedures
• Perform routine maintenance on grounds and facilities (e.g., plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical)
• Clean windows and screens as directed
• Replace burned-out light bulbs and maintain lighting as needed
• Service heating and cooling units/systems per manufacturer instructions and policies
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed
• Ensure maintenance supplies are replenished in work areas
• Maintain facility and equipment for resident comfort
• Report equipment malfunctions promptly
• Follow safety precautions when performing tasks and using equipment
• Assist others in lifting heavy equipment or supplies as directed
• Store and clean equipment properly at the end of shifts
• Maintain confidentiality of resident care information including PHI
• Report known or suspected incidents of unauthorized disclosure
• Inform residents when it is necessary to move personal possessions

This position has no supervisor responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience
Must possess, as a minimum, a 10th grade education

Language Skills
Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism; interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the public

Mathematical Skills
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Reasoning Ability
Ability to solve practical problems and interpret a variety of instructions

Physical Demands
Occasionally lift/move up to 25 pounds. Prolonged use of a computer. Regularly sit, stand, walk, and communicate. May assist in resident evacuation during emergencies

Work Environment
Reasonable accommodations may be made for disabilities. Noise level is usually low to moderate

Note:

Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties at any time. The statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and may change due to accommodation or other reasons.