Massachusetts Green Jobs

JOB TITLE: Maintenance Assistant REPORTS TO: Maintenance Director SUMMARY: Performs routine maintenance and repair of residence, maintaining physical appearance of the grounds and building as well as ensuring that the building is physically sound and safe. Works with outside contractors as needed. Responsible for cleaning resident\'s rooms and residence common areas including vacuuming, sweeping, dusting, polishing, mopping, disinfecting, etc. Discards waste into proper containers, replaces light bulbs and assists with any general housekeeping/laundry duties as necessary. QUALIFICATIONS: a. The job description qualifications (certifications, experience, training), job functions, including limitations may vary with individual states. For more details see the LCB Senior Living policy guide for your state. b. Knowledge, skills and abilities: Knowledge of maintenance functions and techniques, OSHA standards, state and local fire codes and other safety regulations required. The ability to organize and provide the maintenance needs of the residence and to work with outside vendors and contractors as required. c. The ability to communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing is essential. Requires frequent heavy lifting, bending, stooping, climbing, pushing and stretching. Requires moving of heavy furniture, equipment and boxes. d. Education: High school diploma or GED is preferred. e. Experience: Four or more years maintenance experience is required, preferably in the health care industry. f. Certificates/Licenses: HVAC certificate preferred. Valid driver\'s license in the state employed is required. NECESSARY TO OPERATE TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1. Vacuum Cleaner 2. Carpet Steam Cleaner 3. Mop 4. Broom 5. Laundry Cart 6. Assorted work tools 7. Industrial size vacuum and/or floor buffer Associate may be subject to potential exposure to blood or other potentially infectious materials, and to handling hazardous chemicals (either Category 1 or 2). I understand that the intent of this position description is to provide a reasonable summary of the responsibilities of this position. I understand that I may be asked to perform tasks other than those explicitly stated in this job description.