Maintenance Assistant

About the role

In the Maintenance Assistant role, you will be providing maintenance services to the building, apartments, equipment, and grounds of our assisted living community, all while collaborating with the Maintenance Director.

What we offer

• The ability to work in a welcoming, home-like setting with like-minded healthcare providers
• A defined, strong upward career trajectory
• Your hard work and expertise matters here – you are ensuring the community is safe for all residents and their family members, where we provide comfort, security, and a thriving lifestyle
• Our 35+ year old, family-owned and operated organization (with over 80 locations in 8 states) means we aren't too small, but not too big – you are known here

Responsibilities

• Provide assistance in delivering preventive maintenance for the building, equipment, and grounds
• Perform repairs under the supervision of the Maintenance Director and within area of expertise including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and painting and in accordance to accepted codes
• Monitor and record building and water temperatures and adjust to meet regulations and safety codes
• Ensure strict adherence to community fire safety and hazardous chemical procedures, promptly address all unsafe conditions or equipment problems
• Perform floor care on an ongoing basis, including carpeting in resident apartments and common areas of the community
• Remove trash gathered by housekeepers and caregivers on a daily basis
• Maintain grounds in a professional, well-groomed manner by performing grounds maintenance on a regular basis or working with a landscape company to maintain grounds in an appropriate manner

Qualifications

• Vocational or Trade School degree in general maintenance or three years of experience in carpentry, electrical or painting work
• Experience with budgets helpful

Career advancement

Once you master this role, you could consider the Maintenance Director, Resident Care Coordinator, or jobs with Prestige Care.