Maintenance Assistant

Bell Partners Inc; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Total rewards benefits package

Family health insurance

401(k) match

Vacation, personal days, and sick time

Customized training programs

Associate referral bonus plan

Diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment

Job summary

Bell Partners Inc in Wilmington, NC is seeking a Maintenance Assistant responsible for upkeep of community grounds, including cleaning and landscaping tasks. The role includes maintaining cleanliness and uniformity of the property, assisting with maintenance tasks, and ensuring safety procedures are followed.

The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of relevant experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers benefits including health insurance and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Understanding of and alignment with Bell Core Values.
• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• 2+ years of experience in grounds keeping in a multi-family environment.
• HVAC/EPA certifications may be required in some communities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the grounds of the assigned property.
• Clean vacated apartments as directed by the Maintenance Manager.
• Assist maintenance team with work orders including painting.
• Ensure amenities are clean and orderly.

Skills

Grounds keeping experience

Landscaping experience

Mechanical equipment handling

Upkeep of property

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Overview

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the cleanliness of the community grounds. Responsibilities include the daily upkeep of the property, buildings, and grounds. The assistant will act under the direction of the Community Manager and/or Maintenance Manager.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the grounds of the assigned property
• Maintain cleanliness outside each building and the grounds surrounding each building
• Maintain a uniform landscaped look by picking up all debris around buildings, common areas, and through breezeways of buildings
• Clean out building gutters
• Plant and tend to flowerbeds, trees, and shrubs; trim, mow lawns; apply fertilizer and insecticides; and utilize pest control equipment
• Follow well‑established procedures for the basic maintenance of tools and equipment such as lubricating, sharpening, replacing broken handles, and making simple adjustments, and repairs, as necessary
• Clean and remove trash
• May perform pool maintenance duties
• Shovel snow when necessary
• Spread salt on public passageways to prevent ice buildup when necessary
• Clean vacated apartments as directed by the Maintenance Manager, completely and on schedule
• Clean common areas daily
• Ensure that the amenities are continually maintained in a clean and orderly manner, including fitness facility, bathrooms, laundry facilities, business center, offices and clubhouse
• Assist maintenance team in vacant units or with other light work orders/punch lists, including painting, moving appliances (Maintenance Assistants cannot take on‑call)
• Follow all safety/OSHA requirements
• Regular attendance and punctuality

Benefits

• Opportunities for career growth
• Total rewards benefits package
• Family health insurance, 401(k) match, vacation, personal days, and sick time
• Customized training programs
• Associate referral bonus plan
• Diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment
• A culture that empowers you to make a difference

Qualifications

• Understanding of and alignment with Bell Core Values
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in grounds keeping in a multi‑family environment
• 2+ years of experience in landscaping
• HVAC/EPA certifications may be required in communities, based on staffing levels

Physical Requirements

• Walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and lifting to 80 lbs.
• Ability to work with mechanical and electrical equipment, as well as hazardous materials
• Must be comfortable with heights and moving heavy objects

Bell Partners reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.