Maintenance Assistant Assisted Living Community

TerraBella Senior Living; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Holidays

401(k) with employer match

Paid training

Wellness benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

TerraBella Senior Living is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and housekeeping duties across the community grounds and facilities. You will handle routine repairs to living spaces, equipment, and systems to ensure a safe, welcoming environment for residents and staff.

The role requires at least 1 year of maintenance experience, ability to be on call, and understanding of plumbing, electrical, mechanical and safety regulations.

Qualifications

• One-year maintenance experience.
• Ability to be on call if needed.
• Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, mechanical systems and code compliance.
• Familiarity with OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls outside of scheduled hours.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and housekeeping duties in and around the community grounds as assigned.
• Complete service requests for repair and maintenance of grounds, buildings, apartment homes, equipment and vehicles in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Address tasks such as wall/floor repairs, furniture and fixture repairs, basic plumbing, minor electrical work, appliance repairs, painting and refurbishing, and HVAC/heating system upkeep.

Skills

Maintenance knowledge

Emergency response

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

1 year maintenance experience

Tools

General building systems

Job description

TerraBella Senior Living proudly serves thousands of residents and families offering a full range of lifestyle and care options including Active Independent Living, Assisted Living, Memory Care, and short‑term Respite. With a foundation rooted in purpose, hospitality, and connection, TerraBella fosters communities where both residents and Team Members thrive.

As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in America, TerraBella communities have earned Great Place to Work certifications from 2022–2026. At TerraBella, culture, growth, and heart define who we are. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every team member has the tools to build a meaningful and rewarding career.

Maintenance Technician

Responsibilities

• Performing maintenance and housekeeping duties in and around the community grounds as assigned.
• Performs routine maintenance duties to complete all service requests for repair and maintenance of all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, equipment and vehicles in a timely and cost‑efficient manner.
• Routine maintenance duties may include: fixing wall and/or floor coverings; repairing furniture and fixtures; performing basic plumbing work; performing minor electrical repairs; repairing appliances; painting and refurbishing projects; working with heating and air systems, refrigeration systems, carpet and hard surface maintenance and “make ready” rooms as assigned.

Qualifications

• One‑year maintenance experience.
• Ability to be on call if needed.
• Has a general understanding of systems including: plumbing, electrical, mechanical and code compliance.
• Possess a general understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.
• Ability to respond to emergency calls outside of scheduled work hours.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities.
• Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision‑making skills.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, paid time off and holidays, a 401(k) with employer match, paid training and career growth opportunities, wellness‑related benefits, and additional support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Job Code

JOB CODE: 1007186