Senior Living Maintenance Assistant
Merrill Gardens · Santa Cruz, CA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManagementPart-time
About the role
Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting seniors on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you!
Responsibilities
- Performing general maintenance projects, including installations and repairs involving plumbing, electrical equipment, fire and sprinkler equipment, HVAC, landscape, carpentry, painting, and equipment repair.
- Understanding and having knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS).
- Ensuring that walls, floor coverings, doors, windows, furniture, and woodwork in common areas are properly maintained and repaired.
- Basic prep and painting abilities.
- Repairing and maintaining vacated rooms in a timely manner, including painting walls and cleaning carpets.
- Responsible for all in-house plumbing, e.g., sinks, toilets, and bathtubs.
- Handling minor electrical work, e.g., light switches, wall outlets, and garbage disposals.
- Painting all apartments and common areas.
- Repairing, cleaning, and maintaining all carpet, floor coverings, and furniture.
- Completing all work orders in a timely manner while noting any other work completed at the location.
- Documenting safety issues and physical plant deficiencies per local, county, state, and federal guidelines.
- Assisting with preventative maintenance and cleaning of community vehicles (buses, cars, vans).
- Assisting with training and development of safety procedures and hazard communications.
- Performing any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Regional Maintenance Supervisor, or General Manager.
- Responding immediately and appropriately to all accidents and emergencies based on established protocols.
Requirements
- A high school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- (Must be at least 18 years of age).
- 1-3 years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating, and HVAC skills.
- Preferred knowledge of fire suppression & irrigation systems.
- Preferred motor vehicle maintenance ability.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
- (Must be at least 18 years of age).
- 1-3 years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating, and HVAC skills.
- Preferred knowledge of fire suppression & irrigation systems.
- Preferred motor vehicle maintenance ability.
- Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
Skills
- Building maintenance skills.
- Electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating, and HVAC skills.
- Fire suppression & irrigation systems.
- Motor vehicle maintenance ability.
Benefits
- Highest competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance).
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Paid time off – 7 holidays, and 11 vacation days.
- Free daily meal every shift.
- 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting!
- Tuition reimbursement for career growth.
- Company-paid short & long-term disability insurance.
- Pet insurance and team member discounts.
- Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday.
Pay
Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.
Schedule
This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 90 lbs), pushing/pulling, and other physical activities.