Maintenance Assistant SNF

Elderwood•Waverly, NY

2d•$17 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood at Waverly is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to provide maintenance support that helps ensure the health and well-being of residents and staff. The position helps maintain building safety through repairs to buildings and furnishings, upkeep of grounds, lawn care, and snow and ice removal. The role is full-time, scheduled 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., with periodic on-call duties. The listed hourly pay range is $16.51 to $19.35, with potential for higher pay based on experience.

Requirements

At least 18 years of age.
At least one year of related work experience in maintenance, carpentry, contracting, or a related field.
Current, valid driver license.
Participation in the facility on-call program, which may include off-hours work.
Experience operating equipment such as small hand tools, electric tools, lawn mowers, and snowblowers.
Demonstrated problem-solving skills and exceptional customer service skills.
Strong oral and written communication skills and basic reading and writing skills.
Proficiency in safety protocols, applicable regulations, and personal protective equipment (PPE).
Ability to work autonomously with minimal supervision; strong integrity and work ethic.
Intermediate or higher ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
Dependable, patient, and compassionate attitude toward residents, with genuine concern for the elderly.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist with or perform assigned electrical, plumbing, painting, carpentry, mechanical, heating, cooling, and water-system maintenance, except work covered by outside service contracts.
Maintain grounds, parking lots, and driveways, including snow and ice removal except where covered by a service contract.
Handle incoming and outgoing freight as needed, and lift and move heavy furniture and equipment.
Drive a company vehicle as needed or requested.
Take off-hours calls as directed, including evening and weekend calls, and adjust work schedules to meet facility needs.
Treat residents with courtesy, respect, and kindness; protect resident confidentiality and privacy.
Attend facility and staff meetings and required or preferred in-service sessions.
Identify ideas to improve resident care or increase productivity and job satisfaction.
Follow applicable safety rules, standards of practice, facility policies, and procedures to support the safety of staff, residents, and visitors.
Provide customer service to residents, staff, and visitors, and respond flexibly to changing priorities.
Use the electronic timekeeping system as directed and comply with the facility dress code, including wearing a name tag.
Follow policies for electronic devices and support Elderwood’s mission, vision, values, code of conduct, compliance, and HIPAA policies.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor, management staff, or Administrator.