Qualifications: Must have a valid drivers license High school education preferred 2 years experience in related field Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and carpentry.

As a Maintenance Assistant in a Grace Management Services facility you must be able to perform the following essential functions as demonstrated by the ability to:

Essential Job Functions:

Build various structures requiring the use of various materials.

Do minor plumbing repairs such as, replacing and unclogging hair traps, unplugging toilets, repairing washers and dryers, replacing broken pipes/water lines. Maintain and replace light bulbs, electrical outlets and to rewrite or replace wiring in various equipment used by the facility.

Remove furniture from rooms no longer occupied, or assist residents in moving from another room.

Paint interior and exterior of facility, also may include some wallpaper repair.

Install and check batteries in smoke alarms, emergency lights and various minor equipment.

Maintain the grounds of the facility. This includes mowing, trimming hedges, weeding, planting and keeping grounds free of garbage and debris.

Follow established performance standards and performs duties according to maintenance policies and procedures.

Make environmental rounds routinely and initiate corrective action as necessary.

Identify safety hazards and emergency situations and initiate corrective action.

Participate in facility in-service programs and staff meetings as assigned.

Assume personal responsibility for following facility procedures related to control of equipment and supplies.

Assume accountability for compliance with federal, state and local regulations within the facility and within his span of control.

Report unusual problems or incidents to the Maintenance Director.

Document incidents and/or unusual problems according to established facility procedures.

Replace windows if necessary. Assist in the construction of any additions to the facility. Replace flooring when necessary.

Perform other related duties as directed by the Maintenance Director.

Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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.

Individuals may be required to:

Sit or stand for extended periods of time

Reach above shoulder heights, below waist or lift as required to complete the job responsibilities

Proper lifting techniques, ability to read computer screens and the ability to follow written and verbal instructions are required

Must be able to lift 75 to 100 pounds. Raising objects from lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to position. This requirement occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.

Must be able to balance, climb, crouch, grasp, kneel, pull, push, reach, stand and stoop adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.

Must be able to hear, smell, feel and speak adequately to perform the essential functions of the job.

Must be able to read and write the English language. Must be able to work inside and outside with exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Must be able and willing to climb ladders and regularly work at heights of 6 feet or more.

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