Maintenance Technician

Overview

The Lodge at Blue Ridge is seeking a Maintenance Tech / Facilities Assistant to join their team!

Mon-Fri;
Every other weekend required

The Facilities Assistant is responsible for assisting the Facilities Director in the overall maintenance and upkeep of the community. These responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting with minor repairs; collaborating in the identification, inventory and repairs as required of both large, small and on-going maintenance projects.

• Facility Services
• Review the maintenance log daily and complete any tasks within the scope of your job duties (initial and date each task as completed)
• Conduct inspections of furniture and provide appropriate maintenance and schedule detailed cleanings with vendors
• Complete minor repairs such as replacement of faucet washers and spindles, faulty window latches, broken tank toilet handles, unplugging clogged toilets and drains, changing light bulbs, tightening loose hinges or door mechanisms, diagnostic and repair of stand-alone Saflok door lock units, batteries replacement and general maintenance
• Perform tasks that involve hanging bulletin boards, pictures, coat hooks and necessary items in resident’s suites and associate offices
• Act as the liaison with respect to the Facilities Director, Executive Director and external vendors
• Responsible for touch up paint jobs, furniture refinishing, furniture moving, transportation of extraneous materials for elimination to proper sites
• Follow procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors and fixtures
• Steam clean or shampoo carpet
• Make adjustments to heating, cooling and ventilation systems which may include changing filters
• Gather and empty trash
• Remove debris from outdoor porches, parking lot and dumpster area
• Replace light bulbs throughout the community
• Notify supervisor, by documenting in the maintenance log, concerning the need for major repairs or additions to the building operating systems

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma/ GED required
• One (1) year job related experience

• Understanding of infection control procedures
• Demonstrate the ability to multi-task and manage stress
• Understands and embraces the assisted living philosophy
• Ability to work weekends, evenings and flexible hours, available for customers at peak service delivery days and times
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
• Demonstrating tact and a helpful attitude are necessary prerequisites for a customer-service oriented environment