Maintenance Assistant

Civita Health; Newington (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Paid sick leave

Holiday time off

Life insurance

Pension plan

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Job summary

Civita Health is hiring a Maintenance Assistant at Civita Care Center at Newington. You will support the maintenance team in keeping the facility clean, safe, and functional, including basic repairs and groundskeeping, while responding promptly to resident and staff requests.

You will work with a team to address larger projects, ensure proper storage of equipment, and help maintain a secure environment for residents and staff. This role emphasizes care, collaboration, and reliability.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently.
• Capability to lift and move heavy objects, including furniture and equipment.
• Basic knowledge of maintenance tools and techniques.
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact with residents and staff in a professional manner.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and challenges.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of our facility
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as painting, plumbing, and electrical repairs
• Help with groundskeeping duties, including landscaping and snow removal
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of equipment and furniture for events and activities
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are in good condition and properly stored
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to address larger repair projects
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for residents and staff

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Basic maintenance knowledge

Physical strength

Communication skills

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Maintenance Assistant

Civita Care Center at Newington

Join Our Team as a Maintenance Assistant and Make a Real Difference in Our Residents' Lives at Civita Care Center at Newington!

At Civita Care Center at Newington, we are committed to fostering a culture of care, compassion, and excellence. Our mission is to provide the highest quality living environment for our residents, and this mission starts with the dedicated Maintenance Assistant professionals who join our team. We highly value collaboration, professionalism, and a deep respect for the dignity of every individual we serve.

Job Summary:

As a Maintenance Assistant at Civita Care Center at Newington, you'll have a hands-on role where you'll assist in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of our facility, perform routine maintenance tasks, help with groundskeeping duties, and ensure all equipment and supplies are in good condition and properly stored. You'll also respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff, collaborate with the maintenance team to address larger repair projects, and maintain a safe and secure environment for residents and staff.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in maintaining the cleanliness and functionality of our facility
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as painting, plumbing, and electrical repairs
• Help with groundskeeping duties, including landscaping and snow removal
• Assist with the setup and breakdown of equipment and furniture for events and activities
• Ensure all equipment and supplies are in good condition and properly stored
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from residents and staff
• Collaborate with the maintenance team to address larger repair projects
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for residents and staff

Qualifications:

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently
• Capability to lift and move heavy objects, including furniture and equipment
• Basic knowledge of maintenance tools and techniques
• Good communication skills and the ability to interact with residents and staff in a professional manner
• Willingness to learn and adapt to new tasks and challenges

Benefits:

• Paid vacation
• Paid sick leave
• Holiday time off
• Company-sponsored Life Insurance
• Pension plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Excellent benefits package, covering medical, dental, vision, short- and long-term disability