Maintenance Assistant

Eskaton•Carmichael, CA

12d•$23 - $24

About The Position

The Maintenance Assistant supports the maintenance and operation of the facility’s heating and cooling, water, gas, electrical, and mechanical systems. The role also helps maintain the appearance and condition of the building exterior and grounds and supports compliance with state and federal physical-plant and safety requirements, helping keep the facility safe, functional, and well maintained. Working under the direction of the Maintenance Director, the assistant performs maintenance and repair tasks involving the physical plant, ventilation, plumbing, electrical and refrigeration systems, sheetrock, painting, furnishings, fixtures, and landscaping. The position also maintains tools and equipment, keeps maintenance areas orderly, and accepts incoming freight for notification to the appropriate departments. The role requires a high school diploma or graduation from a technical or vocational school, three years of progressively responsible experience in maintenance and power plant work, and at least two years of general maintenance experience emphasizing electrical, plumbing, and carpentry. Work involves medium physical demands, including exerting up to 50 pounds occasionally, 20 pounds frequently, and 10 pounds constantly to move objects. The starting pay range is $22.90–$24.00 per hour. Final candidates must pass post-offer pre-employment testing, including a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen, and health screen. New hires must sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Requirements

High school graduate or graduate of a technical or vocational school.
Three years of experience with progressively increasing responsibility in maintenance and power plant work.
At least two years of general maintenance experience, with emphasis on electrical, plumbing, and carpentry.
Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds frequently, and up to 10 pounds constantly to move objects.
Successful completion of post-offer pre-employment testing, including a criminal background check, drug test, TB screen, and health screen.
Sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Perform facility maintenance and repair tasks under the direction of the Maintenance Director.
Repair, replace, and maintain the physical plant, ventilation units, plumbing, thermostats, valves, refrigeration equipment, sheetrock, paint, furnishings, fixtures, and landscaping.
Keep maintenance areas clean and orderly.
Install, repair, and maintain piping, fittings, and fixtures used to distribute and use water and gas throughout the facility.
Operate and make minor repairs to existing electrical systems, including installing junction boxes, receptacles, and switches.
Replace motors, belts, pulleys, and micro-switches as needed or while troubleshooting malfunctions.
Monitor and replace lights, fixtures, and related electrical appliances as needed.
Perform standard woodworking and finish work, including cabinetry, painting, and minor repairs.
Perform small repairs and service sprinkler systems, including sprinkler valves, PVC piping, and outside water and control valves.
Perform minor concrete repairs to sidewalks and patios.
Maintain exterior lighting systems, including those in parking lots and refuse areas.
Keep maintenance tools and equipment in working order and properly organized.
Accept incoming freight and notify the appropriate departments when merchandise arrives.
Follow established safety guidelines and safe work practices, use proper body mechanics, and wear appropriate safety gear.
Comply with Eskaton’s Corporate Compliance Policy and HIPAA requirements.
Maintain attendance in accordance with Eskaton policy and follow the dress code and Community Appearance Standards.
Maintain a professional image to the public and residents and model Eskaton’s core values.