Maintenance Assistant

Forest Hills Common; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-Demand Pay

401(k)

Health benefits

Professional growth

Job summary

Forest Hills Commons in Jeffersontown, KY is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the maintenance supervisor in keeping the community safe, clean, and attractive. The role covers everyday tasks, preventive maintenance, and on-call coverage Monday through Friday.

The ideal candidate is reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work independently while following community policies to ensure resident satisfaction and safety.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous maintenance experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
• Uphold policies and procedures of Triple Crown Senior Living.
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned.
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds and bend, twist, and sit for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preventive maintenance programs.
• Respond to maintenance orders from residents.
• Assist in turnover of empty apartments for leasing.
• Repair and maintain kitchen, housekeeping, and mechanical equipment.
• Repair and maintain heating and air-conditioning units.
• Inspect and repair walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, and apartments.
• Paint areas as needed.
• Maintain tools and equipment and inventory of parts.
• Lubricate motors, fans, pumps, and equipment as per PM schedule.
• Inspect sewage lift stations if applicable.
• Inspect and change HVAC filters monthly.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Maintenance orders

Apartment turnover

HVAC maintenance

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Position: Maintenance Assistant - Forest Hills Commons

Schedule: Monday - Friday, on call

Location: Jeffersontown, KY

Compensation: Starting at $20.00/hour

At Forest Hills Commons we are committed to providing compassionate, high-quality care that enriches the lives of our residents. Our team creates a welcoming environment where residents feel at home, supported, and valued. Join us and make a difference in the lives of seniors every day!

We are seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant that will assist the maintenance supervisor in maintaining the community grounds. They will ensure all equipment is in good working order to provide a safe, attractive, and enjoyable living environment.

• Assists in the maintenance of ongoing preventive maintenance programs
• Responds to maintenance orders as placed by residents
• Assists in the turnover of empty apartments so they can be leased in a timely way
• Repairs and maintains kitchen, housekeeping, and mechanical equipment in good working order
• Repairs and maintains heating and air-conditioning units
• Inspect and repair any damage to hallways, walls, ceilings, floors, roofs, and resident apartments and garden homes (as applicable).
• Painting areas as needed
• Maintains all necessary tools and equipment to provide reasonable maintenance
• Maintains inventory security of miscellaneous repair parts and tools
• Lubricates all appliance motors, room exhaust fans, pumps, and miscellaneous equipment per preventive maintenance schedule or as the manufacturer recommends.
• Inspects and repairs sewage lift stations if applicable
• Inspect and change all central heating and air-conditioning filters at least monthly, changing filters on apartment units as needed.

Education/ Experience Requirements:

• A high school diploma or equivalent is required
• Previous experience in a maintenance or similar role is preferred but not required
• Excellent organizational, time-management and computer skills
• Understand and uphold the policies and procedures established by Triple Crown Senior Living
• Work independently, maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and be a positive leader
• Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills as well as sound judgment and good decision-making skills
• Maintain good working relationships with residents, co-workers, families, and external customers
• Willingness to perform additional duties as assigned
• Ability to lift, push, or pull 50 pounds and bend, twist, stoop, kneel, and reach and sit for long periods

What We Offer:

• We offer On-Demand Pay so you can access wages you've already earned between paydays. Perfect for unexpected expenses!
• 401(k) retirement plan (available to both full-time and part-time employees)
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A supportive, inclusive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and voluntary benefits for eligible full-time employees
• The opportunity to be part of a growing, vibrant company

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Location Forest Hills Commons

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.