Apply Description

Episcopal SeniorLife Communities Mission:

We provide high quality services from skilled nursing and restorative care to housing, assisted living and community-based wellness programs. We are committed to meeting each individual’s needs, in a culturally competent manner, supporting family and loved ones through transitions, and fulfilling our pledge…

Life. Inspired Every Day.

Pay Rate: $22.00/Hourly 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Accept work orders for repairs to buildings, equipment or grounds and complete them according to priority assigned by Regional Facility Manager.Locate, inspect, troubleshoot and initiate repairs.Responsible for physical plant including painting, snow removal, and grounds work.Responsible for purchasing materials and equipment for maintenance repairs. Required to use own vehicle to travel between all ESLC facilities. Follows all ESLC driving policies to include maintaining a valid NYS driver’s license.Assists with preventive maintenance work assignments regarding the cleaning and servicing of induction unit filters, refrigeration coils and air conditioning coils.Work on preventive maintenance for HVAC equipment and make daily rounds.Assist with monthly safety check of equipment and follow-up to ensure that repairs were made.Receive new equipment, inspect, record pertinent information, and put into service, observing all requirements and codes of all bodies having jurisdiction.Consult all code manuals and confer with the Regional Facility Manager on all newInstallations when installations present electrical, mechanical or logistical problems.Take the lead for all renovations that can be accomplished in-house.Attend all staff meetings and in-services as scheduled.Wear departmental uniform on a daily basis.Meet the attendance, punctuality, in-service and health assessment requirements as outlined in the performance appraisal.Assist in fire alarm testing and fire drills.Test the emergency generator as neededParticipates in the On Call rotation.May have building related janitorial work that may involve regular or back up janitorial work during staffing shortages.Exhibits knowledge of maintenance, security and safety policies of ESLC. Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma.  Must have a minimum of five years experience in a maintenance position.  Must possess own transportation and valid New York State driver’s license for use of ESLC or private vehicle to conduct company business.Ability to recognize and address problems. Ability to read and interpret technical instructions.  Capable of operating all tools and equipment associated with task at hand.  Ability to interact courteously and tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, vendors and the general public.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performing duties of this job requires prolonged walking and standing. Required to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc. in excess of fifty (50) pounds without assistance throughout the work day. Activities include but are not limited to climbing ladders, reaching, stooping and kneeling. Must be able to sit, talk, and hear. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORKING CONDITIONS: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The majority of essential job duties are performed indoors and outdoors as necessary. Employee will be exposed to temperature fluctuations.    

SUPERVISORY RELATIONSHIP: The work is performed within established guidelines, and requires periodic supervision. The employee exercises some initiative and independent judgment to effectively perform the essential job duties of this position.

RESPONSIBILITY FOR OTHERS: The employee has no direct responsibility for others. 

SAFETY RESPONSIBILITIES: The employee shall be fully acquainted with all safety policies and procedures. Takes an active role in all fire drills during the shift and/or emergencies for internal and external disasters as monitored by supervisor and incident manager. Must comply with facility in-service requirements.

Maintain confidentiality of all information related to the organization, residents, participants, family and staff, that may be encountered, either formally or informally, during the normal course of business. This includes medical and treatment records, financial and human resources information.