Maintenance Assistant

Bayberry Commons; Pascoag (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bayberry Commons in Rhode Island is seeking a maintenance worker responsible for keeping grounds, facility and equipment in safe, orderly condition aligned with regulations and policies. The role involves following maintenance schedules and coordinating daily services with nursing staff to support resident living areas.

Applicants should follow fire safety and general safety procedures, and maintain clean, well‑kept facilities for resident comfort and convenience.

Qualifications

• Must be able to follow schedules and safety procedures.
• Ability to interact tactfully with residents, staff, and visitors.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow maintenance schedules for respective shift or area.
• Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services in resident living areas.
• Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.
• Follow all safety procedures when performing maintenance tasks.
• Maintain the facility and equipment in good repair, ensuring a safe and clean environment.
• Ensure facility and equipment are maintained for resident comfort and convenience.

Job description

The primary purpose of your job position is to maintain the grounds, facility, equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by your supervisor, to assure that a successful maintenance program is maintained at all times.

Duties and Responsibilities

Ensure that maintenance schedules are followed as outlined for respective shift or area.

Coordinate daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.

Follow established fire safety policies and procedures.

Follow all established safety procedures and precautions when performing maintenance services.

Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe, clean and orderly environment.

Ensure that the facility and its equipment is properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.

Specific Requirements

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.

Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.

Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of maintenance work areas.

Bayberry Commons is an Equal Opportunity / …

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, or national origin.