Facilities Maintenance Technician

SanStone Health & Rehabilitation; North Carolina; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SanStone Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Director in keeping a safe, clean, and functional environment for residents and staff. The role covers routine maintenance, repairs, and grounds upkeep in a skilled nursing setting.

You will perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs, respond to requests, and help maintain safety systems while following infection-control and facility policies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance or related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, painting, and general building repairs.
• Ability to safely use common hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and follow instructions, maintenance procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Good communication and customer-service skills.
• Previous healthcare maintenance experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine maintenance and repair of the facility, including resident rooms, common areas, offices, bathrooms.
• Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, drywall, and general repair tasks.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and resident-room repair needs.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and inspections of equipment and building systems.
• Help maintain heating, cooling, ventilation, water, lighting, and other facility systems.
• Inspect the building and grounds for safety hazards and report problems to the Maintenance Director.
• Assist with maintaining exterior grounds, walkways, entrances, parking areas, and landscaping as needed.
• Help ensure emergency equipment, exit routes, doors, alarms, and other safety-related items are maintained.
• Maintain accurate records of completed work, inspections, and maintenance requests as directed.
• Assist with moving furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials when needed.
• Maintain an organized and safe maintenance shop and properly store tools and supplies.
• Follow infection-prevention and control practices when performing work in resident-care areas.
• Follow OSHA, facility safety policies, fire-safety procedures, and other applicable regulations and standards.
• Respect resident privacy, dignity, personal property, and confidentiality at all times.
• Respond to emergencies and facility needs outside of routine duties when assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Maintenance Director or Administrator.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

SanStone Health & Rehabilitation is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Director in keeping a safe, clean, and functional environment for residents and staff. The role covers routine maintenance, repairs, and grounds upkeep in a skilled nursing setting.

You will perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and general repairs, respond to requests, and help maintain safety systems while following infection-control and facility policies.