POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician position is to maintain the facility equipment in a safe and efficient manner, in accordance with established procedures as directed by the Environmental Services Leader.  This position will work in a large campus setting and will perform preventative maintenance on all types of building equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Assist in the planning, developing, organizing, implementing of the Maintenance Department to assure that the maintenance of the grounds, building, and equipment are maintained in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in maintaining the heating and cooling units/systems in proper working condition, as specified by the Environmental Services Leader.  Prior to the onset of seasonal changes, inspect the systems for loose wires, broken lines, leaks, and operations during startup of unit/system to assure proper working order.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility, ground, and equipment to include snow removal, sweeping, trimming, plumbing, plastering, painting, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc, as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
• Assist in inspecting, maintaining, and testing the fire alarm and emergency systems in accordance with established policies and procedures.  Maintain appropriate records of test results.
• Requisition, control, and maintain and adequate level of required maintenance supplies and equipment, and recommend to the department director the equipment and supply needs of the department and replace equipment as necessary and approved.
• Inspect the facility, as directed, to ensure that the grounds, plant and equipment are maintained in accordance with established policies and procedures and all hazardous areas are properly identified.
• Follow established policies and procedures concerning infection control when performing maintenance services in isolation rooms/areas.
• Assist in establishing and maintaining an effective preventative maintenance program of cleaning, painting, etc. of the facility, equipment, etc. as necessary/approved.
• Responsible for establishing a priority system on unscheduled maintenance and perform such tasks as directed.
• Assist in standardizing the methods in which work will be accomplished, and ensure outside services are properly completed/supervised in accordance with contracts/work orders.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Always promotes Meadowlark Hills in a positive and professional manner.
• Abides by Meadowlark Hills’ policies, procedures, and standards of care.
• Works tactfully, cheerfully, and cooperatively with residents, families, visitors, and the entire staff throughout Meadowlark Hills.
• Provides leadership in strengthening internal communications with staff at all levels throughout the organization; create and promote a positive and supportive work environment; actively participates in being a learning and teaching organization.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and attending in-service training programs.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed, including household and campus activities that support the organization’s culture.
• Maintains confidentiality.

This document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employee is required to follow any other instructions and perform other assigned duties.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements below are representative of the qualifications, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions/responsibilities.

Experience:  Must possess experience in:

• At least two years of experience in mechanical, heating/cooling ventilation (no certification), electrical, carpentry, and/or plumbing is preferred.
• Prefer ability to troubleshoot and possess the hands-on experience with industrial type exhaust fans, air handing units, heating/cooling ventilation, change and rewire ballasts, and utilize wiring diagrams to install according to manufacturing specifications. 
• Prefer ability to read, understand and work from wiring diagrams. 
• Knowledge in building codes and safety regulations, maintenance practices, procedures and guidelines.
• Painting, patch and drywall repair

Education:  Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent, and be a graduate of technical school in performance of general maintenance or equivalent practical experience in mechanical and maintenance work. One year of experience in two or more building trades or mechanical building trades.  Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant.

Personal Skills:

• Ability to read, write and communicate.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
• Ability to think critically and problem solve.
• Ability to manage time well.
• Ability to multitask and coordinate.
• CommunityBuilding.
• Building collaboration and supporting our mission.
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action in a timely fashion.                        
• Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Ability to apply knowledge of safety rules, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to nursing home operation.     
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Ability to plan and carry out projects in repair, new construction and equipment installation.
• Maintain good personnel relations and employee morale.
• Communicate policies, procedures, regulations, reports, etc., to personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and government agencies/personnel.

Financial Accountability:  Responsible for making optimal use of all resources including time, while respecting residents and Meadowlark Hill’s property.

Working Environment:

• May perform duties in all areas inside and outside the facility.
• Moves intermittently during working hours.
• Is subject to call-back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, post-disaster, etc.)
• May be involved in community/civic health matters/projects.
• May be subject to injury from falls, burns from equipment, odors, etc., throughout the work day, as well as reactions from dust, disinfectants, and other air contaminants.
• May be subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including HIV and Hepatitis B viruses.
• May be subject to handling of and exposure to hazardous chemicals.
• Will be required to work in sensitive areas that require staff to provide access to work locations and monitoring contractors and their equipment.

Physical Demands: 

• This position requires physical activity and moderate movement throughout the workday in order to perform daily duties. Requires the ability to stand, walk, push, pull, carry, move, bend, kneel, squat, reach, stretch, and lift a minimum of fifty (50) lbs. and carry a minimum distance of fifty (50) feet. Must use universal precautions in all situations. In the event there is a need to evacuate the building, heavy lifting may be required to carry residents to safety. Must be able to operate office equipment (phone, computer, printer, copier, fax machine, etc), and various equipment and mobility devices (wheelchair, walker, gait belt, mechanical lift, etc) used by/for residents. These operations must be performed with normal visual range, acuity, color determination, and the ability to distinguish letters and numbers. Good oral communication skills, the ability to speak clearly, and the ability to listen attentively with appropriate hearing acuity is required.
• Subject to on-call, standby and inclement weather response  This position is considered essential.  Responsible to know, understand, and follow safety guidelines in accordance with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration regulations, to include Meadowlark Hills policies and procedures.  Responsible to comply with the safe work practices identified in the departmental Job Hazard Analysis, Personal Protective Equipment Assessment and Departmental Safety Orientation Acknowledgment form.  Responsible for the implementation of safety regulations and work practices to prevent injury to yourself and others. 
• Must have the mobility to access small work areas, (i.e., air handling units), climb ladders, and work in varying temperatures and heights.  Work involves considerable physical exertion to transport equipment/supplies weighing 50 pounds or more, unassisted, regularly, on a daily basis. Daily:  Hand tools, hand operated electric tools, socket sets, open-ended wrenches, torque wrenches, current/circuit tracers, ohm/amp meters, grease guns, oil cans, ladders, state vehicles, computers.  As required:  Genie lift, scissor lift, JLG lift, upright boom lift.
• Valid driver's license up employment. 

Work Hours: The Maintenance position is a full-time hourly position. Hours may vary depending upon needs and current projects.