Care Home Facilities Technician

Midlandscare; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A care home provider in Leicester seeks a Facilities Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will perform maintenance tasks, ensuring the comfort and safety of residents. Responsibilities include plumbing and electrical repairs, conducting inspections, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have experience in maintenance, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The role offers a competitive salary of £25,000-£27,000 per year and various employee benefits, including a robust pension scheme and extensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rates of pay

Robust pension scheme

Learning Academy

Employee Assistance Programme

Exceptional working environment

On-site car parking

Free uniform and badges

Online and high street discounts

Support from management team

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a maintenance role, ideally in healthcare.
• Strong knowledge of plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Proactive problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks for essential systems.
• Conduct inspections to identify maintenance issues.
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and carry out repairs.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
• Assist in procurement of necessary maintenance supplies.
• Keep accurate records of maintenance activities.
• Provide customer service to residents and stakeholders.

Skills

General maintenance tasks

Plumbing

Electrical work

HVAC systems

Carpentry

Excellent problem-solving skills

Good communication skills

Job description

A care home provider in Leicester seeks a Facilities Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will perform maintenance tasks, ensuring the comfort and safety of residents. Responsibilities include plumbing and electrical repairs, conducting inspections, and maintaining safety standards. Candidates should have experience in maintenance, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The role offers a competitive salary of £25,000-£27,000 per year and various employee benefits, including a robust pension scheme and extensive training opportunities.