Location: Bemidji,MN, USA
Job Position: Maintenance Mechanic 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 Requirements 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.