Maintenance Assistant

Apploi; Coventry (RI); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Respiratory and Rehab of RI in Coventry, RI seeks a full-time Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Director in keeping the building safe and in good repair for residents, staff, and visitors.

You will complete work orders, perform basic plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, and drywall tasks, inspect equipment, and prep rooms for new admissions. Training is provided and hospital/clinic experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1+ year of building maintenance or repair experience.
• Basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry knowledge.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely.
• Dependable, detail-oriented; able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Healthcare or nursing home maintenance experience is a plus, but not required. Training is provided.

Responsibilities

• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance tasks.
• Inspect and repair resident beds, wheelchairs, call lights and other equipment.
• Prep resident rooms for new admissions.
• Assist with fire safety checks, generator testing and emergency preparedness.
• Change HVAC filters and help maintain heating and cooling systems.
• Maintain grounds and walkways, including snow and ice removal.
• Follow oxygen safety and infection control practices throughout the building.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Hand & power tools

Independence / teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Maintenance Assistant – Full-Time, Day Shift

Respiratory and Rehab of RI | Coventry, RI

Respiratory and Rehab of RI, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Coventry, RI, is hiring a full-time Maintenance Assistant. In this role, you’ll support our Maintenance Director in keeping our building safe, comfortable and in good repair for our residents, staff and visitors.

What you’ll do

• Complete work orders and preventive maintenance tasks
• Make basic repairs: plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry and drywall
• Inspect and repair resident beds, wheelchairs, call lights and other equipment
• Prep resident rooms for new admissions
• Assist with fire safety checks, generator testing and emergency preparedness
• Change HVAC filters and help maintain heating and cooling systems
• Maintain grounds and walkways, including snow and ice removal
• Follow oxygen safety and infection control practices throughout the building

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or GED
• 1+ year of building maintenance or repair experience
• Working knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical and carpentry
• Comfortable using hand and power tools safely
• Dependable, detail‑oriented and able to work independently or as part of a team
• Healthcare or nursing home maintenance experience is a plus, but not required. Training is provided.

Schedule: Full-time, day shift

Respiratory and Rehab of RI is an Equal Opportunity Employer.