Maintenance Assistant

Angel Oak Healthcare; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Sick time off

Dental insurance

Job summary

Angel Oak Healthcare is seeking a hands-on Maintenance Assistant to support daily facility upkeep at our Florence, SC location. You will perform routine repairs, assist with life-safety checks, and help maintain a safe, comfortable environment for residents.

Ideal candidates have basic handyman experience, a high school diploma or GED, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. This role emphasizes patience, compassionate communication, and teamwork with care staff.

Qualifications

• Experience as a basic handyman or building maintenance worker, healthcare setting experience a plus.
• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks.
• Patient, compassionate communication when working around residents.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Repair plumbing, carpentry, doors/windows, and basic drywall tasks.
• Maintain electrical systems and HVAC units; replace bulbs and outlets.
• Conduct life-safety checks including fire alarms and emergency systems.
• Assist with terminal cleaning, resident room changes, and furniture moves.
• Review daily maintenance requests and log completed tasks.

Skills

General Repairs

Electrical & HVAC Maintenance

Safety & Compliance

Groundskeeping

Work Orders

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Position Summary

The maintenance assistant reports to the director of maintenance or facility supervisor. This hands-on role completes routine repairs, preventive maintenance, and life‑safety checks while maintaining a respectful, supportive environment for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• General Repairs: Fix plumbing issues (unclogging toilets, fixing leaky faucets), patch and paint drywall, repair doors or windows, and handle basic carpentry.

• Electrical & Systems Upkeep: Replace light bulbs, switch out faulty electrical outlets, and perform routine maintenance on heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) units.

• Healthcare-Specific Duties: Check oxygen concentrator levels or filters, maintain specialized facility equipment, and assist with terminal cleaning or moving furniture during resident room changes.

• Safety & Compliance: Test fire alarms, check emergency generators and smoke detectors, and help staff run fire drills in compliance with state and federal regulations.

• Groundskeeping: Keep outdoor walkways clear, mow lawns, trim hedges, and remove trash from the exterior property.

• Work Orders: Review daily maintenance requests and log completed tasks promptly.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience: Basic "jack-of-all-trades" handyman or building maintenance experience; previous experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting is a strong plus.

• Education: High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred.

• Physical Demands: Ability to stand, bend, walk, and lift or carry heavy items (often up to 50 pounds or more).

• Soft Skills: Patience, compassion, and respectful communication when working around elderly or cognitively impaired residents

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Sick time off
• Dental insurance