Maintenance Assistant

Harmony Senior Services

Chester (VA)

On-site

USD 27,000 - 39,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401k + Benefits

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Chester, Virginia, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the upkeep of our senior living community. The role involves routine maintenance, repairs, and grounds care under the direction of the Maintenance Director.

Responsibilities include operating maintenance tools, painting, basic electrical work, and coordinating with residents and staff. This position requires physical stamina and flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required.
Two years' experience in a maintenance role.
Knowledge of building maintenance practices and materials.
Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.
Able to work weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

Operate tools and machines used in maintenance.
Order materials and handle calls as directed.
Make repairs to buildings, equipment, and appliances.
Disassemble and move furniture around the community.
Check logs and work orders for timely responses.
Perform preventative maintenance as directed.
Paint surfaces as required.
Maintain exterior grounds including landscaping.
Transport residents safely in community vehicle.
Assist with safety drills and vehicle maintenance.
All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Tool operation

Safety procedures

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Basic electrical work

Painting

Landscaping

Equipment maintenance

Job description

6701 Ironbridge Parkway, Chester, Virginia 23831

Job Description

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director.

Responsibilities

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director. Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade
Order materials as directed-place and receive phone calls
Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed,
Disassemble and move furniture throughout the community
Check community maintenance logs/work orders to ensure prompt response to maintenance requests
Perform preventative maintenance schedule as directed
Prepare and paint surfaces in the community
Maintain exterior grounds, which may include assisting with shoveling, landscaping, and trash collection and removal
Perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs in the community
Transport residents safely in community vehicle to appointments
Assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule as directed
Assist maintenance director with conducting resident safety drills
All other duties as assigned

Requirements

Must have High School Diploma or GED
Two years previous experience working in a maintenance position.
Must be knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance
Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills to ensure completion of tasks
Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
Ability to complete assignments thoroughly and on time
Ability to work well with others as part of a team
Polite and courteous to all residents, visitors, co-workers and management team
Maintain resident confidentiality at all times
Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, grasp, push and pull for extended periods of time
Must be able to lift 50 lbs and carry heavy objects for up to 50 feet
Complete all required in-services in a timely manner and attend mandatory staff meetings
Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays