Maintenance Assistant – Full-Time

Foundry Commercial•Fort Lauderdale, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant assists the Maintenance Director in maintaining and operating the physical aspects of the property. The role performs routine and preventive maintenance throughout the community, including apartments, common areas, building systems, and grounds, and responds professionally and courteously to resident maintenance requests. The assistant supports HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs; conducts safety inspections; and helps ensure mechanical equipment and building structures are properly maintained. The position also helps maintain accurate maintenance logs and work orders, uses the online work order system, and assists with delegating work orders to staff. The Maintenance Assistant helps keep maintenance work and storage areas safe, organized, and clean, and follows OSHA and company procedures, including approved lockout/tagout practices. The schedule is full-time on an AM shift, with hours of either 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Emergency coverage may be required. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
At least one year of maintenance-related experience, including working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and HVAC systems.
The posting also states a requirement of at least two years of maintenance experience in a hotel or assisted living setting.
Able to work independently, communicate effectively, multitask, and stay organized.
Must pass criminal background screening.
Must adhere to the company Drug Free Workplace policy.
If assigned driving responsibilities, must maintain a valid driver's license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record under company standards.

Nice To Haves

HVAC certification or other related maintenance certifications.
Technical school diploma.
Strong working knowledge of building systems and general repairs.
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to prioritize multiple tasks.
Professional, resident-friendly attitude.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and preventive maintenance throughout apartments, common areas, building systems, and grounds.
Respond promptly and courteously to resident maintenance requests.
Assist with HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repairs.
Conduct safety inspections and help ensure compliance with community standards.
Assist the Maintenance Director with preventative and routine maintenance programs and safe operation of mechanical equipment.
Help maintain accurate maintenance logs and work orders, operate the online work order system, and assist with delegating work orders to staff.
Keep maintenance work and storage areas safe, organized, and clean.
Follow OSHA and company safety guidelines, including approved lockout/tagout procedures.
Assist in ensuring the community is covered in the event of an emergency.
Perform other duties as assigned.