Maintenance Assistant

About the role

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade
• Order materials as directed—place and receive phone calls
• Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed
• Disassemble and move furniture throughout the community
• Check community maintenance logs/work orders to ensure prompt response to maintenance requests
• Perform preventative maintenance schedule as directed
• Prepare and paint surfaces in the community
• Maintain exterior grounds, which may include assisting with shoveling, landscaping, and trash collection and removal
• Perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs in the community
• Transport residents safely in community vehicle to appointments
• Assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule as directed
• Assist maintenance director with conducting resident safety drills
• All other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Two years previous experience working in a maintenance position
• Knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance
• Detail oriented and strong organizational skills to ensure completion of tasks
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
• Ability to complete assignments thoroughly and on time
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team
• Polite and courteous to all residents, visitors, co-workers, and management team
• Maintain resident confidentiality at all times
• Able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, grasp, push, and pull for extended periods of time
• Able to lift 50 lbs and carry heavy objects for up to 50 feet
• Complete all required in-services in a timely manner and attend mandatory staff meetings
• Willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Benefits

• 401k
• Full-time & part-time benefits packages
• Training, development & career laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible scheduling