Maintenance Assistant

Vetter Health Services; Elk Horn (IA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay $20+/hr

Vacation and Sick time

401K match

Tuition reimbursement

Full benefits if >24 hours/week

Student loan reimbursement

Fun environment

Job summary

Vetter Health Services is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support building and grounds maintenance, ensuring a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment for residents and staff.

The role focuses on routine and preventative maintenance, quick response to requests, and assisting with repairs across plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and other building systems. A caring, integrity-driven mindset is essential in this team-oriented setting.

Qualifications

• Qualified candidates will have practical maintenance or related experience.
• They will possess high personal integrity and a caring attitude.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine and preventative maintenance throughout the facility.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
• Inspect resident rooms, common areas, offices, mechanical areas, and other spaces for repairs.
• Perform basic repairs involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, doors, locks, furniture, fixtures and other building components.
• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, fixtures, hardware as needed.
• Assist with routine inspection and maintenance of facility equipment and systems.
• Identify issues requiring specialized repair and report to Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist contractors and outside service personnel when directed.

Skills

General maintenance

Safety awareness

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you! The Maintenance Assistant has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of people every day! This vital position plays a big role in our day to day operations by providing building and grounds maintenance support.

Qualified candidates will have practical maintenance or related experience. They will possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a positive image.

Join a team of highly committed professionals who have the opportunity to do what they do best every day in an exceptional environment where learning and growth is encouraged and supported.

Building Maintenance

• Assist with routine and preventative maintenance throughout the facility.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely manner.
• Inspect resident rooms, common areas, offices, mechanical areas, and other facility spaces for needed repairs.
• Perform basic repairs involving plumbing, electrical, carpentry, drywall, painting, doors, locks, furniture, fixtures, and other building components.
• Replace light bulbs, ceiling tiles, fixtures, hardware, and other items as needed.
• Assist with routine inspection and maintenance of facility equipment and systems.
• Identify maintenance issues requiring specialized repair and promptly report them to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Assist contractors and outside service personnel when directed.
• Maintain maintenance tools, equipment, and supplies in a safe and organized manner.

Resident Safety

• Maintain a safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Immediately address or report hazards such as spills, damaged flooring, broken equipment, loose handrails, malfunctioning doors, electrical concerns, or other unsafe conditions.
• Ensure maintenance work areas are properly secured and do not create hazards for residents.
• Use appropriate precautions when working in resident rooms and care areas.
• Maintain resident privacy and dignity while completing work.
• Exercise caution around residents who may have mobility, cognitive, or other safety concerns.

We offer a world class facility and a competitive benefits package including:

• Pay starting at $20.00 and up from there based on experience
• Vacation and Sick time
• 401K match starting at 3%
• Up to $3,000/year tuition reimbursement along with partnerships with Clarkson College, Bellevue University and Midland University for decreased tuition costs.
• Full benefits if working over 24 hours/week
• Student loan reimbursement program
• FUN environment!

We'd love for you to join our NHCA Silver Quality Award winning team!