Maintenance Assistant

Aperion Care; East Providence (RI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Opportunities for growth

Competitive Salary

Job summary

Orchard View Manor in Riverside, RI is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to help maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. The role requires independence, prioritization of tasks, and the ability to work with a team to support the facility’s maintenance program.

The position is full-time (40 hours) with opportunities for growth and a competitive salary. Previous long-term care maintenance experience is preferred to ensure safe operation and adherence to

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• General background in repair and maintenance.
• Ability to read, write, and understand English.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Maintain grounds, facility, and equipment.
• Identify hazards and take action to keep residents and staff safe.
• Plan and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion.
• Repair, replace, or purchase items as needed per policy.
• Develop preventive maintenance programs and document activities.
• Maintain exterior/building upkeep in all weather conditions.
• Supervise outside contractors as needed.
• Be on-call for emergencies and off-hours.

Skills

General maintenance

Mechanical skills

Grounds keeping

Safety awareness

Independent worker

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

Benefits:

401K match

Opportunities for growth

Competitive Salary

Job Summary:

We are seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our team at Orchard View Manor in Riverside, RI. As a Maintenance Assistant, you will be responsible for maintaining the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner, ensuring a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times. If you are mechanically inclined, can work independently, and prioritize tasks effectively, we encourage you to apply for this full-time, 40 hours.

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner

• Recognize hazards to residents or staff safety and take appropriate action to maintain a safe environment

• Organize and prioritize tasks to ensure timely completion

• Replace, repair, and purchase items according to facility policy and procedure

• Plan and implement preventive maintenance programs and document accurately

• Maintain weather protection against cold, heat, fire, and other hazards

• Supervise outside contractors

• Serve on-call for emergency and off-duty hours

• Perform errands and tasks as required

• Maintain upkeep of exterior of building and grounds in all weather conditions

• Other tasks assigned by managerial team

Requirements:

Long Term Care Experience Required

• High school diploma or its equivalent

• General background in repair and maintenance

• Ability to read, write, and comprehend the English language

• Ability to make independent decisions, follow instructions, and accept constructive criticism

• Ability to maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance areas

• Ability to work harmoniously with other personnel and handle residents based on their maturity level

• Ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.

• Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing maintenance practices

• Ability to follow written and oral instructions

• Ability to relate information concerning a resident's condition

• Sufficient mechanical abilities to handle facility maintenance needs with little outside contract use