Maintenance Assistant

Harmony Senior Services; Waldorf (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k benefits

Training & Career Development

Work-life balance

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a Maintenance Assistant in Waldorf, MD to perform semi-skilled tasks that keep buildings, grounds, and appliances in good working order. The role involves safe operation of tools, basic repairs, painting, grounds maintenance, and resident transport.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, 2 years in maintenance, ability to lift 50 lbs, and flexibility for weekends/holidays.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of maintenance experience required.
• Knowledge of building maintenance practices and materials.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.
• Team collaboration and confidentiality maintained.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tools and machines used in building maintenance.
• Order materials as directed and handle calls.
• Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances.
• Disassemble and move furniture within the community.
• Check maintenance logs and respond to requests promptly.
• Perform preventative maintenance as directed.
• Prepare and paint surfaces in the community.
• Maintain exterior grounds and assist with landscaping and trash removal.
• Perform basic electrical work and change light bulbs.
• Transport residents in community vehicle to appointments.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance schedule and safety drills.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical work

Heavy lifting

Team player

Detail oriented

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Description

11239 Berry Road, Waldorf, Maryland 20603

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade
• Order materials as directed-place and receive phone calls
• Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed,
• Disassemble and move furniture throughout the community
• Check community maintenance logs/work orders to ensure prompt response to maintenance requests
• Perform preventative maintenance schedule as directed
• Prepare and paint surfaces in the community
• Maintain exterior grounds, which may include assisting with shoveling, landscaping, and trash collection and removal
• Perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs in the community
• Transport residents safely in community vehicle to appointments
• Assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule as directed
• Assist maintenance director with conducting resident safety drills
• All other duties as assigned Requirements:
• Must have High School Diploma or GED
• Two years previous experience working in a maintenance position.
• Must be knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance
• Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills to ensure completion of tasks
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions
• Ability to complete assignments thoroughly and on time
• Ability to work well with others as part of a team
• Polite and courteous to all residents, visitors, co-workers and management team
• Maintain resident confidentiality at all times
• Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, grasp, push and pull for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs and carry heavy objects for up to 50 feet
• Complete all required in-services in a timely manner and attend mandatory staff meetings
• Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling