Maintenance Assistant

Healthcare Center in Tifton; Tifton (GA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Healthcare Center in Tifton is seeking a dependable Maintenance Assistant to keep a safe, clean, and functional environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

The role requires basic maintenance skills, the ability to prioritize tasks, and a knack for problem solving in a healthcare setting. Candidates should value quality workmanship and safety, with a willingness to perform varied handyman duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance, facilities, construction, or a related field preferred.
• Basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical skills preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently.
• Professional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact respectfully with residents, staff, visitors, and vendors.
• Ability to safely operate common maintenance tools and equipment.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general building and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, and other landscaping tasks.
• Maintain and repair interior and exterior door locks, windows, screens, and light fixtures.
• Clean and replace air filters and assist with routine HVAC maintenance in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and facility policies.
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repair work.
• Replace ceiling tiles, repair walls, and complete other general maintenance projects as needed.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and complete preventive maintenance tasks.
• Assist with building safety activities, including fire drills, safety inspections, and life safety compliance.
• Help ensure fire extinguishers and other life safety equipment are properly maintained and compliant.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation.
• Properly maintain tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Follow all safety procedures and facility policies.
• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned

Skills

Maintenance

Prioritization

Quality workmanship

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Safety awareness

Independence

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

A healthcare center is seeking a dependable and hands-on Maintenance Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, comfortable, and functional environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.

The ideal candidate is someone who takes pride in their work, has general maintenance and repair skills, and can effectively prioritize tasks in a healthcare environment.

Maintenance Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Assist with general building and grounds maintenance, including mowing, trimming, planting, and other landscaping tasks

• Maintain and repair interior and exterior door locks, windows, screens, and light fixtures

• Clean and replace air filters and assist with routine HVAC maintenance in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and facility policies

• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and general repair work

• Replace ceiling tiles, repair walls, and complete other general maintenance projects as needed

• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and complete preventive maintenance tasks

• Assist with building safety activities, including fire drills, safety inspections, and life safety compliance

• Help ensure fire extinguishers and other life safety equipment are properly maintained and compliant

• Maintain accurate maintenance records and documentation

• Properly maintain tools, equipment, and supplies

• Follow all safety procedures and facility policies

• Perform other maintenance duties as assigned

Maintenance Assistant Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred

• Previous experience in building maintenance, facilities, construction, or a related field preferred

• Basic carpentry, painting, plumbing, and electrical skills preferred

• Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship

• Excellent problem-solving and organizational skills

• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and work independently

• Professional communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to interact respectfully with residents, staff, visitors, and vendors

• Ability to safely operate common maintenance tools and equipment

• Ability to bend, lift, climb, stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods

• Commitment to maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for residents and staff