Assistant Maintenance Director

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center; Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental and vision benefits

401(k) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Career growth opportunities

Homey workplace atmosphere

Year‑round appreciation events

Early wage access

Job summary

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center in Trenton, NJ, is seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Director to support daily repairs, preventive maintenance and building operations at our skilled nursing facility. This hands‑on role reports to the Maintenance Director and emphasizes safety, resident comfort, and reliable maintenance practices.

The ideal candidate has prior maintenance experience in healthcare settings, strong troubleshooting abilities, and supervisory or leadership

Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a skilled nursing facility.
• Working knowledge of general building maintenance, repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with life safety requirements in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, prioritize assignments and follow through on repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform general building repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical work, painting and carpentry.
• Complete preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff.
• Assist the Maintenance Director with daily assignments, inspections and maintenance records.
• Help maintain compliance with applicable life safety, fire safety and facility requirements.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors as assigned.
• Identify & report equipment failures, safety hazards and repair needs.
• Complete work safely while respecting residents’ privacy, comfort and daily routines.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Communication

Troubleshooting

Supervisory experience

Job description

Assistant Maintenance Director

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center — Trenton, NJ
Full-Time | $24–$26 per hour

Riverside Health and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an experienced Assistant Maintenance Director to help keep our skilled nursing facility safe, comfortable and well maintained. This hands‑on position supports the Maintenance Director with daily repairs, preventive maintenance and building operations.

Assistant Maintenance Director Benefits

• $24–$26 per hour
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement plan
• PTO and holiday pay
• Career growth opportunities
• A workplace that feels like home
• Year‑round employee appreciation events
• Early wage access through Tapcheck
• Supportive and collaborative work environment

Assistant Maintenance Director Responsibilities

• Perform general building repairs, including basic plumbing, electrical work, painting and carpentry.
• Complete preventive maintenance on building systems and equipment.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff.
• Assist the Maintenance Director with daily assignments, inspections and maintenance records.
• Help maintain compliance with applicable life safety, fire safety and facility requirements.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and vendors as assigned.
• Identify & report equipment failures, safety hazards and repair needs.
• Complete work safely while respecting residents’ privacy, comfort and daily routines.

Assistant Maintenance Director Qualifications

• Previous maintenance experience in a skilled nursing facility required.
• Working knowledge of general building maintenance, repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Familiarity with life safety requirements in a healthcare setting.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems, prioritize assignments and follow through on repairs.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively with residents, staff and vendors.
• Supervisory or maintenance leadership experience preferred.