Maintenance Aide in Terre Haute, Indiana at Westminster Village Terre Haute

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The General Maintenance worker is tasked with overseeing all elements of the physical facility. Under the supervision of a manager, they perform preventive maintenance, routine servicing, seasonal repairs, and updates to building equipment, as well as plumbing repairs.

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct routine inspections of buildings, equipment, and systems to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform general repairs, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting tasks.
• Maintain landscaping and outdoor areas, including mowing, trimming, and seasonal clean-up.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and troubleshoot issues as they arise.
• Assist in the setup and breakdown of facilities for events and activities.
• Maintain an inventory of necessary tools, supplies, and materials for maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations while performing maintenance work.
• Document maintenance activities and repairs in a maintenance log or database.
• Collaborate with other staff members and contractors as needed.
• Monitors and records assigned data from meters and gauges on assigned equipment such as boilers, water heaters, etc.
• General understanding of the TELS maintenance system.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical training or certification is a plus.
• Previous experience in maintenance or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, and HVAC.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation may be required.

Other Duties: (continued)

1. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Moderate to heavy physical effort; may be exposed to the elements (heat, cold, rain, snow); work in area with high voltage electricity, hazardous equipment and moving parts; work on roof top and other high places; ability to set up and climb ladders safely with tools and equipment necessary for assigned work; must be able to lift 80 pounds must be able to work, stand and stoop for an extended period of time (over 80% of the time); exposure to a variety of chemicals and dust daily; may be exposed to the HBV and HIV viruses.