Maintenance Assistant - Senior Living

Essential Duties And Job Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including cleaning, minor repairs (e.g., changing light bulbs, fixing leaky faucets), and ensuring the facility is in good working order.
• Carry out routine safety checks, report any hazards or needed repairs, and assist with snow and ice removal as needed.
• Absorb cleaning and sanitation duties, including trash removal, floor care (cleaning, stripping, waxing, buffing), and maintaining a clean and organized environment.
• Absorb assistance with maintaining the inventory of cleaning and maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs.
• Collaborate with outside vendors for larger repairs and maintenance projects.
• Respond effectively to maintenance requests, ensuring prompt and efficient repairs and addressing emergency situations.
• Ensure adherence to local, state, and federal regulations, including building codes, OSHA, EPA, and fire safety codes.
• Identify and resolve maintenance issues effectively, ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
• Work collaboratively with other departments to ensure the smooth operation of the facility.
• Upkeep of all interior and exterior areas
• Installation of new equipment, fixtures, etc
• Maintenance and monitoring of CCTV cameras, alarms, and emergency call systems across common areas, entrances, and exits
• Routinely inspect community property for potential hazards, such as spills, fire risks, broken handrails, or water leaks
• Respond to community emergencies, including fires, severe weather, floods, and hazardous materials incidents.
• Lead evacuation efforts when necessary.
• Check and maintain life safety equipment such as fire extinguishers, emergency lights, and fire alarms in accordance with OSHA regulations
• Respond to and be available for emergency calls
• Routinely inspect equipment, buildings and grounds to ensure a safe and comfortable environment
• Ensure that personnel comply with Universal Precautions, proper waste disposal and inspection control procedures and safety rules
• Perform all other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Experience with maintenance of a building such as a long-term care, apartment complex or business facility
• Basic knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators and various mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems
• Basic knowledge in building codes and safety regulations
• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, janitorial and or maintenance work
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment
• A genuine desire to improve the quality of life for seniors
• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent

Benefits

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with discretionary employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Premium Pay for Holidays worked, conditions apply
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Canopy: Free, confidential support for mental health, stress, family needs & work/life balance
• Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) options and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account)
• Voluntary & Supplemental Insurance Options: Voluntary Life and AD&D, Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Whole Life, Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, and Legal Services
• "At Avamere Communities, we love to celebrate our diverse group of hardworking employees. We value diversity and believe forming teams in which everyone can their true, authentic self is key to our success"
• We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status."
• The company reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.