Maintenance Assistant

Sunrise Senior Living Mgmt Inc; North Lynbrook (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Dis

Retirement Savings Plans

Employee Assistance Program / Discount

PTO, sick time, holiday pay

myFlexPay

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Sunrise Senior Living seeks a Maintenance Assistant to perform daily repairs and preventative facility maintenance across our community. You will handle routine tasks, basic plumbing, electrical work, painting, and upkeep of HVAC and safety systems, while supporting housekeeping and make-ready preparation for suites.

This role emphasizes safety and compliance with OSHA standards, requires teamwork with care staff, and offers benefits and a stable schedule in a senior living environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in building maintenance or facilities operations is preferred.
• Knowledge of basic plumbing, electrical, and appliance repair is beneficial.
• Familiarity with safety practices and OSHA standards is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders.
• Perform basic repairs (plumbing, electrical, appliances, fixtures).
• Assist with painting and refurbishing projects.
• Support HVAC, water, and mechanical system maintenance.
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and repair inventory.
• Support carpet and floor care as needed.
• Assist with suite “make-ready” preparation.
• Follow OSHA, fire safety, and infection control standards.
• Participate in emergency preparedness and fire drills.
• Drive community vehicle as assigned.

Skills

Maintenance

Repairs

Painting

HVAC maintenance

Safety checks

Inventory management

Vehicle operation

Job description

Why Join Sunrise Senior Living

At Sunrise Senior Living, we believe meaningful work starts with purpose. Our team members are passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of residents every day. At Sunrise Senior Living, we champion the quality of life for all seniors.

What You’ll Do

• Complete assigned maintenance tasks and work orders
• Perform basic repairs (plumbing, electrical, appliances, fixtures)
• Assist with painting and refurbishing projects
• Support HVAC, water, and mechanical system maintenance
• Perform preventative maintenance and safety checks
• Maintain tools, equipment, and repair inventory
• Support carpet and floor care as needed
• Assist with suite “make-ready” preparation
• Follow OSHA, fire safety, and infection control standards
• Participate in emergency preparedness and fire drills
• Drive community vehicle as assigned

Maintenance Assistant – Support Daily Repairs and Preventative Facility Maintenance

Pay Range: 20.00 - 25.05

We also offer benefits and other compensation that include

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and Disability Plans
• Retirement Savings Plans
• Employee Assistant Program / Discount Program
• Paid time off (PTO), sick time, and holiday pay
• myFlexPay offered to get paid within hours of a shift
• Tuition Reimbursement

In addition to base compensation, Sunrise may offer discretionary and/or non-discretionary bonuses. The eligibility to receive such a bonus will depend on the employee’s position, plan/program offered by Sunrise at the time, and required performance pursuant to the plan/program.

Sunrise Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

At Sunrise Senior Living, we are united by a mission to champion quality of life for all seniors, and we believe we shine brightest when we support one another and those we serve.