Maintenance Assistant

Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Ocala; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental & Vision Insurance

Shift Differentials

PTO & Holidays

401k

Life Insurance

Disability Coverage

Direct Deposit & Daily Pay

Wonderschool Concierge Services

Uniforms & Perks Program

24/7 Telehealth

Job summary

Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Ocala is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to keep our facility safe, clean, and well‑maintained. If you’re hands-on, detail-oriented, and committed to excellent resident care, apply today to join our team.

Responsibilities include inspecting equipment, performing basic repairs (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, drywall), and coordinating with nursing staff to minimize disruptions. Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening is required.

Qualifications

• SNF experience strongly preferred.
• Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in inspections and repairs HVAC systems, cooling units, heading units, hot water systems, ventilation equipment and other standard equipment.
• Repair drywall including mudding, taping, and sanding and painting walls/ceilings as needed.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs including unclogging, repairing, and replacing toilets, lavatories and sinks; replace faulty valves.
• Perform minor electrical repairs including replacing outlets, switches, and other electrical components.
• Coordinate daily maintenance with nursing staff when working in resident living or recreational areas.
• Complete administrative forms/reports and submit to facility Administrator as necessary.
• Ensure maintenance supplies are adequate and equipment is clean and safely stored after shift.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC knowledge

Electrical repairs

Plumbing

Drywall repair

Painting

Lawn care

Tools

Basic hand tools

Job description

Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Ocala

Make an impact. Build connections. Love where you work.

At Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Ocala, you’ll find a team that celebrates your strengths, where your work truly makes a difference every day. We’re passionate about creating a supportive, positive environment—not only for our residents, but for the people who care for them. As proud partners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, our team members also have the opportunity to join the spirited KARE KREWE of Hawthorne Ocala—bringing big-team energy and community spirit to everything we do. If you are looking to join a caring and supportive team, we would love to meet you!

We are conveniently located at 4100 SW 33rd Ave, Ocala, FL, 34474

Why Work For Us? Because We Offer Our Employees:

• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance- family plan options available
• Shift Differentials- earn more on nights and weekends
• Generous PTO, Holiday and Sick time- we value work/life balance
• 401k, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage- peace of mind for you and your family
• Direct Deposit & Daily Pay Options Available- Get paid when YOU want
• Wonderschool Concierge Services- childcare made simple
• Uniforms & Employee Perks Program- we've got you covered
• 24/7 Telehealth Benefit with Doctegrity- aaccess to medical care and mental health support when you need it most

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Hawthorne Center for Rehabilitation and Healing of Ocala is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to join our team. If you’re hands‑on, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a well‑maintained facility, apply today to be part of our team!

Maintenance Assistant Major Responsibilities and Critical Tasks:

1. Assist in inspections and repairs HVAC equipment cooling units, heading units, hot water systems, ventilation equipment and other standard equipment.
2. Assist in repairs and installs drywall including mudding, taping, and sanding.
3. Painting walls and ceilings as needed
4. Performs minor plumbing repairs, including unplugging, repairing, and replacing toilets, lavatories, sinks and replacing faulty gate and ball vales.
5. Performs minor electrical repairs including replacing faulty outlets, switches, and other electrical apparatus.
6. Assists and follows maintenance standards.
7. Performs general rough and finish carpentry as well as rough and finish concrete work.
8. Performs general landscaping, yard work including mowing, cleanup, and other types of general yard work.
9. Coordinates daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing maintenance assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas.
10. Perform administrative requirements (i.e., completing necessary forms, reports. Etc.) and submits to the facility Administrator, as necessary.
11. Ensures an adequate supply of maintenance supplies is available to perform tasks.
12. Ensures equipment is clean and safely stored at the end of the shift.
13. Performs other duties as assigned.

SNF experience strongly preferred.

This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. More information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com