Overview:
Under the general supervision of the Environmental Services Director and according to established policies and procedures, performs a variety of routine to skilled general and preventive maintenance duties in the repairs, alteration and modification of the building. This position will require someone with experience in preparing surfaces, applying finishes including wallpaper, Sheetrock, tape and float, textures surfaces, making repairs to mill-work and laminates, furniture, installs and repairs flooring tiles and carpet.

Physical Requirements:
This position demands good physical and mental health. The maintenance person will be required to lift, carry, walk, sit, push, pull and work a flexible schedule, must be able to move continuously during work hours and able to lift and/or carry 50 to 75 pounds.

Duties:

• Operates various mechanized cleaning equipment, such as vacuums, polishers, buffers, etc.
• Responsible for disposal of trash, waste, and other disposable materials.
• Must handle various cleaning solvents, chemicals, etc. Must comply with all regulations such as OSHA, EPA, State Health Department, etc.
• Plan work schedule for major tasks.
• Wet mop floors in all residents’ rooms and bathrooms daily. Damp mop all corridor floors, lobby, dining areas, and others daily.
• Completely strip and recoat all floor areas when necessary and as scheduled.
• Follow instructions on use of germicidal solutions to clean. All procedures for solution use will be part of the training.
• Use safety precautions in all service areas.
• Prepare walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, removing old paint etc.
• Fill cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g. plaster).
• Mix paint and other materials to prepare the right color or texture.
• Paint surfaces according to instructions with various tools.
• Apply varnish and other finishes.
• Possess knowledge of painting material and how to select, mix and apply them.
• Possess solid knowledge of commercial and/or construction painting techniques.
• Possess skills with an aptitude with using appropriate tools (brushes, roller, caulking guns etc.).
• Possess abilities of manual dexterity with excellent balance to work on scaffolding, ladders etc.
• Perform work in a conscientious method with great attention to detail.
• Additional duties may include performing repairs and preventative maintenance of electrical components, boilers, chillers, refrigeration systems, air conditioning, circulation pumps, gas, electrical, and plumbing equipment.