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St. Clare's Home
Maintenance Assistant
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
Job Description
St. Clare is looking to hire a 40 hour/week Maintenance Assistant. The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the grounds, facility and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, established facility policies and procedures and as directed by your supervisor to ensure a successful maintenance program is always maintained. Maintenance functions/duties included but not limited to: Maintain on-call hours and respond to emergency requests for repairs. Assist inspectors, outside contractors and vendors as directed. Assist others in safely moving equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested to prevent injury. Assemble and/or install materials and equipment as requested. Ensure the facility and its equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and staff convenience. Maintain sidewalks, doorways, parking areas and clear means of egress in accordance with facility policies and state/federal requirements; maintain safe conditions mitigating potential safety risks as appropriate. Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment including plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed in accordance with established procedures. Perform routine maintenance on outside grounds, parking areas and driveways; maintain grounds by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, etc., as necessary or directed.
Specific Requirements:
Minimum high school diploma Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language. Must be able to push, pull, move/lift a minimum of 25lbs Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.Career Insights for Maintenance Helper / Assistant
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What they do
A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.
$42,564 / year median in Rhode Island
+11% projected growth