Job description

Berkshire Healthcare Systems, Inc.

Criteria based Job Description

Maintenance Worker

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Classified: Non-Exempt Salary Grade/Level:

Reports to: Director of Environmental Services Date : March 2018

Job Description

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Summary:

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the grounds, facility, equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current Federal, State and local standards, guidelines, and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Essential Job Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc., by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, etc., as necessary/directed.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
• Clean windows and screens as directed.
• Replace burned out lights bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties in very high places.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.
• Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Maintain an atmosphere of positive emphasis as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Assure maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary.
• Assist other in lifting heavy equipment, supplies, etc., as directed or requested.

• Other related duties as may become necessary or as directed by your supervisor, department director, and/or administrator.

Qualifications:

• Must possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or equivalent
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel, as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:
Will meet all physical requirements of the position as identified by the facility policies and procedures related to functional job analysis.

Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Signatures:
Employee signature below constitutes employee’s understanding of the requirements, essential job functions and duties of the position.

Employee: ____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Manager: _____________________________________________ Date: _______________________

Berkshire Healthcare Systems, Inc.

Physical and Sensory Requirements
Floor Care, Maintenance

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an

employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Gross Motor
Skills move within confined spaces maintain balance in multiple positions reach below waist reach out front wrist rotation bend forward side bending stretching maintain balance in multiple positions

Smell must be able to detect environmental odors

Environment tolerate exposure to allergens (latex products, dust, disinfectants, cleaning chemicals, substances) potential exposure to infectious waste, hazardous materials, exertion, blood and body fluid, communicable diseases and disagreeable odors tolerate, cold, heat and humidity frequent contact with water noise exposure

Fine Motor
Skills grasp, pinch, twist, squeeze, push, pull

wrist rotation hand coordination write

Physical endurance ability to stand/walk constantly ability to lift loads at or above 50 lbs. occasionally ability to push/pull equipment 300 lbs. occasionally ability to use upper & lower body strength constantly throughout an 8 hr. shift ability to move constantly lifting, twisting at waist, reaching, kneeling, lifting items above shoulder height

Communication ability to interact with others ability to read, understand spoken and write English ability to communicate effectively ability to use communication devices such as telephones, pagers, etc. ability to follow instructions

Mobility frequently twist/bend/stoop/squat/crouch/walk/kneel/reach above shoulder height

Emotional
Stability ability to adapt to changing environment/stress ability to focus attention on task ability to cope with strong emotions in others ability to respond to the unexpected (emergencies) ability to function effectively with frequent interruptions

ability to receive criticism professionally

Interpersonal
Skills respect cultural differences in others handle interpersonal conflict

Occasional 0 - 33% of the time

Scale Frequent 34-66% of the time

Constant 67-100% of the time

Rev 9/2012

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Holyoke, MA 01040: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Maintenance: 5 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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