Maintenance Technician

Temporary Maintenance Project Technician

Betsy Ross Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility that is newly renovated and under new administration! Our team is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care in a comfortable, welcoming environment. We are seeking dependable, hands-on Temporary Maintenance Project Technician to support facility improvement, cosmetic maintenance, and renovation projects. This position focuses on painting, drywall repair, flooring installation, fixture repairs, and general building upkeep to maintain a clean, safe, attractive, and comfortable environment for residents, visitors, and staff.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with general maintenance, painting, surface preparation, flooring, and interior repairs. Experience in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), nursing home, hospital, or other healthcare setting is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Painting & Surface Preparation:
  Spackle, patch, sand, and prime walls and ceilings; perform interior painting, touch-ups, and cosmetic surface repairs.
• Drywall & Interior Repairs:
  Repair holes, scuffs, and damaged walls, doors, trim, baseboards, ceiling surfaces, and other interior finishes.
• Flooring Installation & Repair:
  Repair and install VCT flooring, install cove base, and assist with other flooring and finish-related projects.
• Fixture Repairs:
  Install or replace minor fixtures and hardware, including sink and toilet fixtures, cabinet hardware, door handles, and wall guards, within the scope of assigned duties.
• Facility Improvement Projects:
  Complete cosmetic maintenance and appearance-enhancement projects throughout resident rooms, hallways, offices, nursing units, and common areas.
• Room Preparation:
  Assist with preparing resident rooms and other spaces for admissions, transfers, occupancy changes, and facility improvement initiatives.
• Floor Care & Deep Cleaning:
  Perform assigned floor stripping and refinishing, apply floor finish, scrub bathroom and shower ceramic tile, and assist with other impact-cleaning projects.
• Work Orders & Repairs:
  Complete assigned work orders, routine inspections, minor repairs, and emergency maintenance tasks; communicate progress and outstanding issues to the Maintenance Supervisor or Director of Maintenance.
• Safety & Infection Prevention:
  Follow OSHA standards, infection prevention practices, life safety requirements, and facility policies when working in resident care areas.
• Worksite Protection:
  Protect residents, employees, furniture, equipment, and facility property from dust, paint, tools, and other work-related hazards.
• Supplies & Equipment:
  Maintain an organized work area, assist with inventory and supply tracking, and transport tools, materials, and equipment as assigned.
• Vendor Coordination:
  Assist with monitoring work performed by outside contractors and report concerns to the Director of Maintenance.
• General Maintenance Support:
  Identify and promptly report safety hazards, property damage, equipment concerns, and repairs requiring specialized or licensed personnel.
• Resident-Focused Service:
  Maintain professional communication with residents, families, staff, visitors, and vendors while respecting resident privacy and confidentiality.
• Perform additional maintenance and facility project duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in painting, building maintenance, general repairs, or a related field preferred.
• Experience working in a healthcare, long-term care, or residential setting is preferred.
• Ability to perform basic cosmetic repairs and safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in…