Maintenance Assistant

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehab; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

AD&D

Short-Term Disability

Cancer & Critical Illness

Life Insurance (Whole & Term)

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Corporate resources

Job summary

Whisperwood Nursing & Rehab is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant to help keep our facility safe and comfortable for residents. You will perform routine tasks, assist with equipment upkeep, and support the Maintenance Supervisor in daily operations, ensuring a clean, hazard-free environment.

Ideal candidates will have experience with HVAC, boilers, water systems and emergency generators, a safety-focused mindset, and strong teamwork skills. Full-time role with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Has experience with HVAC systems, boilers, water systems, washers, dryers, and emergency generators.
• Understands basic principles of preventive maintenance.
• Communicates clearly and works well within a team.
• Maintains a safety-focused, detail-oriented approach.
• Can adapt to changing facility needs and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance tasks throughout the facility as assigned.
• Assist with minor repairs and upkeep of facility equipment and tools.
• Maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment in safe, working order.
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor in daily operations and preventative maintenance.
• Ensure a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Report and respond to maintenance issues in a timely and effective manner.

Skills

HVAC systems experience

Boilers

Water systems

Washer/dryer equipment maintenance

Emergency generators

Preventive maintenance

Communication and teamwork

Safety-focused and detail-oriented

Adaptability to changing needs

Job description

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Assistant
Support a Safe and Comfortable Environment for Our Residents

We’re seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our growing team! This role is essential to keeping our facility running smoothly and safely. Success in this position requires reliability, trustworthiness, and consistent attendance, along with the ability to multitask and work well under pressure.

Your Impact as a Maintenance Assistant

In this role, you will:

• Perform routine maintenance tasks throughout the facility as assigned
• Assist with minor repairs and upkeep of facility equipment and tools
• Maintain the physical plant, grounds, and equipment in safe, working order
• Support the Maintenance Supervisor in daily operations and preventative maintenance
• Ensure a clean, hazard-free environment for residents, staff, and visitors
• Report and respond to maintenance issues in a timely and effective manner

What Makes You a Great Fit

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience with HVAC systems, boilers, water systems, washers, dryers, and emergency generators
• Understands basic principles of preventive maintenance
• Communicates clearly and works well within a team
• Maintains a safety-focused, detail-oriented approach
• Can adapt to changing facility needs and priorities

Benefits (Full-Time)

• Comprehensive Coverage: Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Extra Protection: AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, Critical Illness, and more
• Life Insurance: Whole and Term Policies
• Professional Growth: Tuition Reimbursement for continued education
• Time to Recharge: Paid Time Off
• Retirement Planning: Immediate 401(k) eligibility
• Unwavering Support: Exceptional corporate resources

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.