Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time)

Monarch Communities•Paramus, NJ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant position is a non-exempt, hourly position. This role aids in maintaining the community to be a safe, clean, and comfortable environment by conducting routine maintenance and repairs inside and outside the community, installing and servicing equipment, and preparing apartments for resident move-ins. The Maintenance Assistant will report to the Maintenance Director.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
1 year hands-on maintenance or related experience
Knowledgeable of maintenance and housekeeping practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing maintenance functions in the community
Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs.
use proper body mechanics.

Responsibilities

Interacts and engages with residents with respect and confidentiality
Responds to maintenance service requests from residents and staff; performs required work or advises supervisor of additional resources needed to complete the job
Performs general maintenance work (light electrical, painting, carpentry, etc.)
Continuously monitors all areas of the building, grounds, and equipment to ensure they are properly maintained
Performs a variety of routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep tasks throughout the community
Ensures proper handling, storage, and maintenance of potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment; maintains proper documentation and SDS logs as required by OSHA.
Maintains updated knowledge of the Emergency Preparedness Plan
Assists Maintenance Director with monthly Emergency Drills
Assist with evacuating residents in the event of an emergency