Maintenance Mechanic at Elder Care of Bemidji Inc

Description

Direct Supervisor: Director of Environmental Services 

Job Summary: Performs general maintenance duties to assure the functioning of the campus buildings, equipment and grounds. 

Job Qualifications: 

Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and document on required forms and records. 

Experience in plumbing, heating/cooling, electrical systems, carpentry and/or general building maintenance is preferred. 

MN Boilers License preferential. 

Ability to work independently and follow multiple directions; prioritizing and multitasking favorable. 

Ability to meet the physical demands of the position. 

Hours of Work: As scheduled; may include weekdays, weekends, evenings, on-call and  holidays. Schedule may vary from pay period to pay period 

 Responsibilities:
PUBLIC RELATIONS: 

• Understands that he/she represents Eldercare of Bemidji in every exchange and strives to do so in a positive manner. 
• Understands that excellent customer service is the highest form of public relations and his/her role in providing the highest level of customer service. 

RESIDENTS: 

• Understands and observes the need for strict resident confidentiality. 
• Offers resolution of or a visit from the appropriate individual who may offer resolution of any dislikes or concerns and communicates these actions to the supervisor. 
• Proactively encourages and supports residents' rights. 
• Understands and complies with the responsibilities of a mandated reported for  vulnerable adults. 

OPERATIONS: 

• Completes repairs as noted on Maintenance Request Forms and as assigned by  Director of Environmental Services. 
• Assists with the compliance of a preventative maintenance program (inspects,  maintains, records and communicates with Direct of Environmental Services) 
• Performs inspections and tests as outlined by each facility's preventative  maintenance program. 
• Follows department policies and procedures 
• Ensures that all required inspections are completed in a timely manner and that  appropriate documentation is completed and up-to-date in compliance with local,  state and federal regulations. 
• Participates in the call schedule for the facility to ensure all emergency repair  requests are handled. 
• Performs maintenance on such facility equipment as: wheelchairs, beds, electric motors, desk and chairs, heating and ventilating exhaust fans, and boiler. 
• Assesses need for paint and repair inside and outside of building and makes needed  maintenance and repair in a timely manner
• Assists in the care of the grounds, including, but not limited to, removal of snow  from walks, away from doors and from parking areas; mowing grass; clipping hedges and hauling dirt for gardens. 
• Informs supervisor if supplies need to be ordered. 
• Attends in-service as directed by the supervisor. 

BUDGET: 

• Participates in control of costs through proper use of equipment, appropriate use of  supplies and effective, efficient organization of duties. 
• Understands the correlation between census and income and that expenses must be reduced in times of low census including adjustment of staff hours. 

BUILDING: 

• Takes ownership in the condition and cleanliness of the facility.
• Responsible for helping to maintain the facility in a safe and clean manner by  picking up debris on the floors and wiping up spills. 
• Aware of role in disaster plans for the facility. 
• Responsible for reporting the need for repairs to the supervisor. 

EMPLOYEES: 

• Follows established chain of command concerning department and facility business. 
• Presents a neat appearance (good hygiene, clean uniform, etc. and wears name  badge at all times.