Maintenance Assistant

Southbridge Rehabilitation & Health Care Center, a 144-bed skilled nursing facility, is seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant.

About the role

Maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner to ensure a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Responsibilities

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take appropriate action to maintain a safe environment according to facility policy and procedures.
• Organize and prioritize maintenance tasks.
• Replace, repair, and purchase items according to facility policy and procedure.
• Plan and implement a preventive maintenance program and document accurately.
• Maintain weather protection against cold, heat, fire, and other hazards.
• Supervise outside contractors.
• Serve on-call for emergency and off-duty hours.
• Perform errands and tasks as required.
• Maintain upkeep of the exterior of the building and grounds in all weather conditions.
• Other tasks assigned by the managerial team.

Requirements

• High school diploma or its equivalent.
• General background in repair and maintenance.
• Must be able to read, write, and comprehend the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance areas.
• Must possess sufficient mechanical abilities to handle facility maintenance needs with little outside contract use.

Benefits

• Competitive and weekly pay up to $23 an hour.
• Holiday pay for hourly and salaried employees.
• Overtime pay for hourly employees.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Exclusive employer discount program for eligible team members.
• Employer-paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Vacation and personal time.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.

Pay

Up to $23 an hour, paid weekly.

Our facility follows federal and state guidelines regarding staff vaccinations. Our policy requires all staff to be up to date with COVID and flu vaccinations, or acknowledge a declination of the vaccination(s).