Employment

Maintenance Worker

Job Title: Maintenance Worker
Employer:  Santa Teresita
Position Type: Full-Time and/or Part-Time
Mission Statement: To stand in the presence of the Living God, and with Mary, make known to the world the love of the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

Purpose of Your Job Position:
Provides maintenance services required for the safe and efficient operation of the plant. Executes logistical set up and take down of events and completes repairs, minor installations and replacements. Maintains equipment in a satisfactory condition for safe operation and follows through on planned maintenance program under the direction of the Operations Manager.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • 1-year experience as a Medication Technician (preferred)
  • Current Certified Nurse’s Assistant Certification (Preferred)
  • First Aid Certification and maintain current
  • Valid California Driver License  (preferred)
  • Speak, read and write English in a manner that can be clearly understood

Job Functions:

Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position.  However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform.  The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

MAINTENANCE

  • Responsible for the completion of all maintenance service requests and repairs as assigned, including:
  • Installations of assorted items including light bulbs, doors, cabinets, paneling, carpet, etc.
  • Painting: including interior and exterior walls and cabinets, etc.
  • Electrical: Set-up and install computer cables as needed; install and repair computer outlets; repair and relocate light fixtures, etc.
  • Plumbing: including replacing washers, faucets, and seals on malfunctioning plumbing equipment; repair leaky faucets and clear clogged drains; install and repair sprinklers, etc.
  • Monitor and maintain all building systems as assigned.
  • Maintain efficient functioning of the boilers and water softeners; add chemicals or salt as needed.
  • Schedule and complete the preventive maintenance program.
  • Keep proper maintenance records for work completed.
  • Run errands and pick up parts / equipment as needed.

LOGISTICS

  • Coordinate and execute event set ups and take downs and other projects as directed by the Operations Manager.
  • Complete grounds work including; trash pickup, sweeping curbs and dumpster areas and maintaining landscaping beds, etc.
  • Special projects and responsibilities / tasks as determined by Operations Manager.

OVERALL

  • Follow established company policies and those outlined in the Employee Handbook.
  • Mitigate and report possible unsafe conditions.  Responsible for alerting the Operations Manager of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that has occurred or that may occur.
  • Work within expense limits established, including maintaining inventory controls for cost effective operations and other budget controls.
  • Ensure compliance of all work-related activities in a fair, ethical and consistent manner.
  • Contribute to team effort.
  • Maintain confidentiality of all residents according to HIPAA regulations.
  • Assist in monitoring all work performed by outside contractors.
  • Carry cell phone during scheduled workdays for efficient communication.
  • Maintain a professional and courteous manner with all residents, guests, vendors, contractors and fellow staff members, in person and on the phone.
  • Follow all safety standards and guidelines are used which comply with all company, local, City, State and Federal guidelines and requirements.

Qualifications and Requirements:

  • Basic principles and techniques of plumbing, wood finishing, painting, electricity and carpentry.
  • Knowledge of operational characteristics of mechanical equipment, plumbing, electrical circuitry and tools used in the area of work assigned.
  • Knowledge of tools, equipment and supplies used in providing comprehensive building maintenance services.
  • Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions/practices necessary for the area of work assigned.
  • Knowledge of basic fire safety and building codes.
  • Identify problems and implement solutions.
  • Operate pallet jack and forklift.
  • Work independently in the absence of supervision.
  • Understand and follow oral and written directions.
  • Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted within the course of work.
  • Driver license and Live Scan clearance.
  • Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required by the individual job duty.

Physical and Sensory Requirements

  • This position spends approximately 85% of the day working outside or in and around the facilities and the remaining time in an office setting in front of a computer. Must be able to be on feet and move constantly throughout the workday. Requires frequent walking of the 12-acre campus.
  • Must be able to see and hear with or without accommodation.
  • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, squat, crouch, and reach overhead in the course of their normal duties.
  • Must be able to use hand/wrist coordination with or without accommodation
  • Must be able to climb a ladder of at least 10 feet.
  • Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or exert force of 50-100 lbs occasionally, 25-50 lbs frequently and 10-20 lbs constantly with or without accommodation.
  • Must have good vision for close up work with tools and computer work (with or without the aid of eyeglasses or contact lenses)
  • Must be able to speak and communicate verbally with co-workers, customers, vendors, etc.

Application Link: Click here to apply

Contact Us

Santa Teresita Inc
Attn: Human Resources
819 Buena Vista Street
Duarte, CA 91010
Phone: (626) 557-5796
Email: hrmanager@carmeliteadmin.com

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