Maintenance Technician
Graceful Living Assisted Living Llc
Carrboro, NC, USA
6/14/2022
Real Estate
Full Time
Job Description
Job DescriptionBenefits:
- Paid time off
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on facility systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical equipment
- Conduct regular inspections of the building, grounds, and equipment to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff and residents
- Ensure resident rooms and common areas are safe, clean, and in good repair
- Maintain outdoor areas, including landscaping, walkways, parking lots, and lighting
- Test and maintain safety equipment (fire alarms, smoke detectors, emergency lighting, call systems)
- Assist in preparing resident rooms for new admissions and discharges
- Perform preventative maintenance according to facility schedules
- Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including North Carolina assisted living requirements
- Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and inspection records
- Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors as needed
- Assist during emergency situations (power outages, severe weather, evacuations, etc.)
- Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous maintenance experience (healthcare or residential setting preferred)
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repair
- Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment safely
- Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
- Good communication skills and ability to interact respectfully with elderly residents
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing
- Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions
Work Environment
- Assisted living facility setting
- Exposure to cleaning chemicals, maintenance tools, and outdoor weather conditions
- May be required to work weekends, evenings, or be on-call for emergencies
Compliance & Special Requirements (North Carolina Focus)
- Must comply with North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) regulations for assisted living facilities
- Subject to criminal background check and drug screening
- Must follow OSHA safety guidelines and infection control protocols
- Participation in fire drills, disaster preparedness, and emergency response procedures required
Preferred Skills (Optional Section)
- HVAC certification or trade certification
- Experience in long-term care or assisted living facilities
- Knowledge of life safety codes and fire systems