Facility Assistant

COVE Animal Health; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive culture with team events

Competitive paid time off & holidays

Mental Health Focused Services

401(k) plan with strong employer match

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a reliable Facilities Assistant to maintain a safe, clean, and fully functional environment for staff and animal patients.

The role involves hands-on maintenance across electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general handyman tasks, with weekend availability and a friendly, team-oriented culture. A valid driver's license and comfort around animals are essential.

Qualifications

• Driver's license required for this position.
• Basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting skills.
• Weekend availability required; shifts assigned on hire.
• Comfort around dogs, cats, and medical equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb ladders.

Responsibilities

• Minor Electrical & Lighting: replace bulbs, fixtures, and troubleshoot safely.
• Plumbing Maintenance: repair leaks and maintain sinks and drainage.
• Carpentry & Patching: patch drywall and paint as needed.
• General Handyman Tasks: install signage, furniture, doors/locks; ensure hardware works.
• Hospital Safety: maintain safety while not disrupting patient care.

Skills

Driver's License

Technical Skills

Schedule Flexibility

Comfortable with Animals

Physical Stamina

Communication

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Description

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center, located in Middletown, CT, is seeking a reliable, skilled, and detail-oriented Facilities Assistant to join our team.

As a Facilities Assistant, you will play an essential role in maintaining a safe, clean, and fully operational environment for our staff, clients, and animal patients. The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on problem-solving, feels comfortable working in a bustling veterinary hospital, and has a flexible schedule that includes weekend availability.

Key Responsibilities

• Minor Electrical & Lighting: Replace lightbulbs, ballast fixtures, and troubleshoot minor electrical issues safely.
• Plumbing Maintenance: Repair leaky faucets, clear minor clogs, and maintain hospital sink and drainage systems.
• Carpentry & Patching: Perform basic carpentry repairs, patch drywall, and handle interior painting projects as needed.
• General Handyman Tasks: Hang signage, assemble furniture, repair doors/locks, and ensure all hardware functions smoothly.
• Hospital Safety: Maintain awareness of clinical surroundings to ensure repairs do not disrupt patient care or compromise safety protocols.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Driver's License: A valid driver's license is required for this position.
• Technical Skills: Strong basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and painting techniques.
• Schedule Flexibility: Weekend availability is required; final shift schedules will be determined upon hire.
• Comfortable with Animals: Must be completely at ease working around dogs, cats, and other pets, as well as medical equipment.
• Physical Stamina: Able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and stand or kneel for extended periods.
• Communication: Excellent communication skills to coordinate repair schedules with hospital management and medical staff.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply

Anticipated Schedule

This is a full-time position: Exact schedule to be determined / weekends and holidays are required.

What's in it for you?

• Supportive culture with social events & team building
• Competitive paid time off & holidays
• Mental Health Focused Services
• 401(k) plan with strong employer match

We know it's not always easy to make a move. We treat all interviews as confidential and if a casual chat is more your style, we can do that too! We genuinely love what we do and the people we work with!