Maintenance Assistant
About The Position
Under the general direction of the Maintenance Director, the Maintenance Assistant is responsible for maintaining and caring for the physical facility, including its building and grounds. The role covers preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, janitorial work, and responding to daily maintenance requests. The Maintenance Assistant is also on call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs and performs welcome orientations with new residents. The position requires a self-starter who is willing to learn on the job, has reliable transportation, communicates well, and shows compassion for older adults. Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and general repair is needed, along with computer knowledge and the ability to work as part of a team. The work involves regularly standing, talking, bending, stretching, pushing or pulling, and lifting items. Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.
Requirements
- Willingness to be trained and learn on the job.
- Reliable transportation.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Compassion for older adults.
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, heating and cooling, and general repair skills.
- Computer knowledge.
- Motivated, self-starting, task-oriented, and a team player.
Responsibilities
- Ensure all aspects of the building are in a good state of repair.
- Respond to maintenance requests daily.
- Maintain a maintenance log for each apartment.
- Monitor and maintain the building inspection schedule, including the preventive maintenance program and required system inspections.
- Remain on call 24 hours a day for emergency maintenance needs.
- Perform routine janitorial duties to keep the building and grounds clean and neat.
- Perform snow removal and landscaping not handled by outside contractors.
- Conduct mandatory annual unit inspections and complete required documentation.
- Order maintenance supplies and monitor inventory.
- Maintain the dumpster area and monitor trash pickup.
- Conduct welcome orientations with new residents.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
