Maintenance Assistant – Full-Time

Fairlane-Gardens-Nursing-and-Reha; Reading (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness benefits

Telemedicine

Group life insurance

Term life insurance

Short-term disability

401(k) savings plan

Paid time off

EAP

DailyPay

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab in Reading, PA is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to join our team. You will perform maintenance and repair tasks to keep the facility safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, staff, and visitors.

Responsibilities include repairing facilities, basic plumbing and electrical work, moving furniture, replacing bulbs, and supporting the Preventative Maintenance Program. Weekend and holiday on-call tasks are required as needed.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in maintenance or related field preferred.
• Familiarity with cleaning materials, tools, and equipment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facility structures, including walls, baseboards, doors, ceilings, windows, and mirrors.
• Perform light grounds maintenance: cutting, trimming, sweeping, and policing parking areas and driveways.
• Follow maintenance schedules and supervisor instructions in accordance with established policies.
• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, mechanical equipment, and other facility needs.
• Move and arrange furniture as necessary to complete assignments.
• Replace light bulbs and maintain operational safety, including exit lights and overhead lighting.
• Assist with the Preventative Maintenance Program to ensure proper functioning of machinery and equipment.
• Coordinate daily maintenance tasks with nursing services, especially in resident areas.
• Respond to unscheduled or emergency maintenance tasks, including on-call responsibilities for weekends and holidays.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Cleaning tools

Teamwork

Job description

Maintenance Assistant – Full-Time
Location: Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab – Reading, PA
About the Role

Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab is seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Assistant to join our team. This role involves performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, staff, and visitors.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair facility structures, including walls, baseboards, doors, ceilings, windows, and mirrors

• Perform light grounds maintenance: cutting, trimming, sweeping, and policing parking areas and driveways

• Follow maintenance schedules and supervisor instructions in accordance with established policies

• Conduct routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical systems, carpentry, mechanical equipment, and other facility needs

• Move and arrange furniture as necessary to complete assignments

• Replace light bulbs and maintain operational safety, including exit lights and overhead lighting

• Assist with the Preventative Maintenance Program to ensure proper functioning of machinery and equipment

• Coordinate daily maintenance tasks with nursing services, especially in resident areas

• Respond to unscheduled or emergency maintenance tasks, including on-call responsibilities for weekends and holidays

Qualifications

• Prior experience in maintenance or related field preferred

• Familiarity with cleaning materials, tools, and equipment

• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or as part of a team

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision Coverage

• Telemedicine Program

Financial Security

• Company-paid Group Life Insurance

• Optional Term Life Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Coverage

Retirement Planning

• 401(k) Savings Plan

Work-Life Balance

• Planned Time-Off for vacation, personal days, sick leave (including state-mandated sick leave)

Employee Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

DailyPay

• Access your earnings daily with the option to withdraw for a nominal fee

Special Perks – Education Assistance

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition reimbursement*

• Up to $2,625 per year toward non-federal nursing student loan repayment*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans may vary based on employment status, job grade, location, and length of service, as required by state law.

Join Fairlane Gardens Nursing and Rehab and help maintain a safe and welcoming environment for our residents and team.