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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.
$38,559 / year median in Virginia
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Plant Staff Trio Healthcare - 2.6 Portsmouth, VA Job Details 1 hour ago Qualifications Plumbing system maintenance and repair Minor electrical repair Life-saving equipment checks Facility maintenance painting Maintaining an organized workspace Removing debris Equipment repair Building systems troubleshooting Trimming (gardening technique) Electrical work Carpentry repair tasks Maintenance painting Facilities maintenance regulatory compliance Mid-level Minor facility damage repair Outdoor debris cleaning Mowing Window cleaning Task prioritization Fire extinguisher inspection Backup power maintenance Electrical maintenance Clean workspace maintenance Local building codes Safety standard operating procedures Machine minor repairs Emergency evacuation protocols Light bulb replacement Communication skills Woodworking Full Job Description Essential Functions Perform repairs and maintenance on equipment and supplies. Test emergency generator weekly and monthly as required by State and Federal regulations. Know and follow established safety rules and policies and procedures of the maintenance department. Maintain the building in good repair and keep free of hazards such as those caused by electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling systems. Maintain the building in compliance with Federal, State, and Local codes and laws. Perform routine maintenance and repair work, such as painting, minor carpentry, repair work, changing light bulbs, and various other routine maintenance tasks. Keep the grounds looking neat and cared for by mowing and trimming the grass, trimming the bushes and trees, keeping the leaves and litter picked up, the sidewalks clear of debris, and any erosion challenges under control, as necessary. Remain on-call for facility emergencies. Participate in fire safety program and fire drills. Perform duties of washing windows and screens outside of building. Keep work areas and storage rooms neat and orderly. Pick up work order request daily and establish work priority. Inspect fire extinguishers every 30 days. Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements. Be familiar with Standard Precautions, Exposure Control Plan, Fire Drill and Evacuation Procedures and know how to use the information. Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator. License, Education, and Experience Practical knowledge of day-to-day maintenance and facility physical plant upkeep. Experience in HVAC, electrical, and plumbing preferred. Organized and detailed in work performance. Good communication skills with excellent self-discipline and patience. Genuine caring for and interest in elderly and disabled people in a nursing facility. Comply with the Residents' Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.