Maintenance Assistant

7810 SE 30th Street, Seattle WA

Description

We are currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant at our Island House community located in Mercer Island, WA. The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the care and upkeep of the interior and exterior of the community grounds following the guidelines, policies, and procedures of the community and as directed by the Director of Environmental Services, and/or other designee of the Executive Director. Also responsible for Janitorial duties including carpet cleaning and trash pick up. • Maintain, clean, and repair all equipment and property as necessary, or as directed by work orders, and/or supervisor(s) to include but not limited to: floors( sweeping, dusting, mopping, stripping, waxing, buffing, disinfecting, etc.), bathrooms (toilets, sinks, mirrors, replacing towels, toilet paper, seat cover, etc.) walls/ceilings (washing, wiping, dusting, spot cleaning, disinfecting, deodorizing, etc.) stairways, hallways, and elevators, removing dirt, dust, grease, film, etc. from surfaces using proper cleaning and disinfecting solutions 50% • Keep work areas safe by posting proper signs and free of hazardous objects such as protruding tools, chemicals, etc. – putting all equipment away as soon as the job that requires it is finished. • Use all appropriate safety and protective equipment and supplies when performing job duties, reporting any health, safety and/or sanitation concerns to a supervisor • Monitor the overall security of the community, including any/all entry and exit doors • Ensure that all maintenance and storage areas (equipment room, paint room, etc.) are clean, safe and organized with all chemicals, tools, paints, etc. properly sealed, labeled and stored • Follow all established techniques, procedures and policies for properly storing, using and mixing chemicals, disinfectants, and solutions used for cleaning, and for the proper disposal of waste • Follow all established PPE (personal protective equipment) policies when handling chemicals and/or cleaning; including wearing gloves, masks, aprons, etc. • Follow established policies governing the use of labels and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) • Address daily work orders; such as replacing light bulbs, repairing resident furniture, bathroom repair, kitchen repair, air conditioning and heater filter maintenance, and all other general maintenance tasks requested or assigned to maintain the communities buildings, equipment and furnishings 50% • Keep all common areas, bathrooms, administration offices and apartments clean, attractive and functioning • Must be able to troubleshoot, identifying problems and obtaining materials to fully repair minor plumbing problems and all electrical difficulties including, but not limited to: wall switches, interior/exterior lighting, cover plates, receptacles, loose wiring, resident call systems, control devices, laundry and kitchen equipment • Plan, order, and perform all interior/exterior painting and landscaping duties to ensure grounds are well kept, clean and attractive • Maintain and repair pools/spas and equipment to ensure full operations and compliance with all governing regulations • Responsible for apartment preparation of vacant rooms including but not limited to, replacing window treatments, painting/caulking, shampoo carpets and other electrical, plumbing and carpentry as needed • Perform other duties as consistent with the position and as assigned by the Director of Environmental Services and/ If you are ready to meet the challenges of this critical role, we want to hear from you!