Maintenance Person

· Report and action any known defects to appliances, damaged furniture / equipment and any other potential hazards to the Home Manager, who will advise accordingly

· Ensure the maintenance of the Care Home's exterior, including:

o Keep any sheds, outbuildings and areas in which waste is stored in a clean and tidy condition

o Clear snow and grit the drive, paths and any areas to which Service Users, Visitors or Staff Members have access

o Where applicable; cut the grass around the building and tend to any flowerbeds, hanging baskets etc

o Clean all signs / lighting outside the Care Home

· Carry out any patching up or touching up of decoration as and when required in order to maintain the standard of Care Home

· Ensure all ventilation units and lights are kept clean. Replace any defective light bulbs / diffusers or light fittings if required

· Ensure all nurse call points, and electrical sockets are in good working order

· Undertake basic electrical works i.e light fittings, electrical sockets

· Ensure all bathrooms are safe, clutter free and comfortable for use

· Test the fire alarm system, call points, fire exits, door retaining devices and fire emergency lights, as specified in Company procedures and log results in the appropriate places.

· Test all portable appliance as specified in Company procedures

· Test and record water temperatures as specified in company procedures

· Ensure all mattress checks are carried out and are in good working order

· Ensure all radiators are working and have appropriate covers in place

· Ensure the temperature in the rooms are comfortable for the residents

· Maintain a 'Maintenance Book' in which defects are recorded by Staff Members. Use this book to effect repairs / replacements daily

· Ensure the daily, weekly, and monthly checks are all carried out and recorded

· Ensure any defects or issues are reported to the Home Manger

· Assist / supervise with deliveries to the Care Home. Monitor delivered goods closely

· To maintain an effective and labelled system for all the keys relating to the premises / vehicle

· General maintenance knowledge / experience /competence e.g. minor electrical, plumbing, joinery

· Good communication skills

· Confident team player

· Clean driving license

· Use of car or similar vehicle

· Willingness to receive training on current Health & Safety / Fire / EHO issues

· Satisfactory Policy Check and check against the ISA list

· Ability to work on own initiative

Desired:

· Understanding of central heating systems, laundry equipment and hot & cold-water systems

· Knowledge of current Health & Safety regulations