Maintenance Assistant

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living at South Boston is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support the Maintenance Director in maintaining the community's physical plant. The role involves electrical, plumbing, carpentry, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and other technical tasks while ensuring compliance with local, state, and federal life-safety codes.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of maintenance experience, can read/write/speak English, holds a high school diploma or GED, and

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of maintenance experience.
• Must read, write and speak English.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Able to use a wide variety of maintenance tools/equipment.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and building/fire safety codes.
• Demonstrated skills in building and equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and repairs.
• Experience working with seniors/geriatric population is a plus.
• Customer service orientation and professional demeanor.
• Willingness to be on call for emergencies (24/7).

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance on grounds and facilities (mowing, weed-eating, trimming, cleaning, etc.).
• Repair and maintain plumbing, electrical, carpentry, mechanical systems as directed.
• Maintain safe operating and fire prevention practices.
• Keep the facility in good repair with a safe, clean environment.
• Replace burned-out lighting and perform high-place housekeeping as needed.
• Service heating and cooling systems per manufacturer specs and policies.
• Ensure supplies are replenished in work areas.
• Repair emergency breakdowns promptly.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain resident safety.
• Prepare vacant rooms to rent-ready condition within 72 hours of move-out.
• Advise Executive Director on wear and tear, cleaning, and deodorizing needs.
• Inspect and test fire alarms and emergency systems; maintain test records.
• Initiate efficiency programs to reduce waste and costs.
• Pre-start systems before seasonal changes and monitor for issues.
• Maintain drain, grease traps, and mechanical rooms.
• Provide transportation for residents as directed.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Maintenance experience

English language

High school diploma/GED

Maintenance equipment knowledge

Mechanical/electrical/refrigeration/sy

General maintenance skills

Senior population experience

Customer service

On-call availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pay range: $18 - $22 per hour.

The overall purpose of the Maintenance Assistant position is to assist the Maintenance Director in the overall maintenance of the community’s physical plant. This position must perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and other technical tasks, as well as ensuring compliance with all local, state, and federal life-safety code regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum of three (3) years of experience in a maintenance related position.
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language.
• Must possess a high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Must know how to use a wide variety of maintenance equipment as necessary tools of performing the job.
• Must have knowledge of mechanical, electrical, refrigeration, and building and fire safety codes.
• Must demonstrate skills in all phases of building and equipment maintenance, cleanliness and repairs.
• Experience working in with a senior/geriatric population a plus.
• A true customer service, friendly attitude and demeanor when dealing with staff, Resident, management and families.
• Willingness to be on call during emergency situations as the building operates 24 hours, 7 days per week.

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Performs routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveway, etc. by mowing, weed-eating, trimming, policing, sweeping, mulching, etc. as necessary.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, and electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, and in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains safe operating and fire prevention practices.
• Maintains general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean and orderly environment.
• Replaces burned out light bulbs to include exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, etc., and performs housekeeping duties in very high places.
• Services heating and cooling systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Ensures maintenance supplies have been replenished in work areas as necessary.
• Repairs emergency breakdowns in the shortest possible time.
• Cooperates with other staff members to maintain a safe environment for residents, visitors and employees.
• Prepares vacant rooms to a rent-ready condition within 72 hours of a move-out.
• Advises the Executive Director of any areas of concern relative to wear and tear of the building, needs for cleaning and deodorizing of furniture, carpeting, etc.
• Inspects, maintains and tests fire alarm and emergency systems in accordance with established policies and procedures. Maintains appropriate records of test results.
• Initiates and maintains a program of all-over efficiency designed to eliminate waste and reduce operating expenses.
• Maintains the heating and cooling systems in proper working conditions, as specified by the manufacturer. Prior to the onset of seasonal changes, inspects the systems for loose wires, broken lines, leaks, etc., and pre-starts system to ensure proper working order.
• Maintains repair logs and provides for corrective action in a timely manner.
• Maintains drain, access areas, grease traps, waste areas and mechanical rooms.
• Provide transportation for residents as directed by Executive Director.
• Other duties as assigned

Culture Ambassador

• Models the core values of the company:
• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful
• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
• Create and drive the sales culture.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

The Maintenance Director is a highly active position, requiring long stretches (over 75% of the time) on ones’ feet. The position requires a highly active individual, willing to tackle a variety of physical tasks throughout the community.