Maintenance Assistant | Full-Time

Charleston Operations LLC; Summerville (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Benefits packages

Career laddering

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Summerville, SC seeks a Maintenance Assistant to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks across buildings, grounds, and equipment as directed by the Maintenance Director.

Responsibilities include operating tools, making repairs, maintaining logs, performing preventive tasks, painting, basic electrical work, and assisting with resident safety drills, while ensuring safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years of maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of building maintenance practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Ability to understand verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade.
• Order materials as directed and handle calls.
• Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed.
• Disassemble and move furniture throughout 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/trash removal.
• Perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs.
• Transport residents safely in community vehicle.
• Assist with vehicle maintenance schedule.
• Assist with resident safety drills.
• All other duties as assigned

Skills

Maintenance experience

Teamwork

Detail oriented

Ability to read instructions

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

5130 Wescott Boulevard, Summerville, South Carolina 29485

Job Description

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. 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.

• 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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

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

Harmony Senior Services is a certified Great Place To Work and one of the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 45+ locations across the United States.

Harmony Senior Services was founded on the belief that people deserve access to high quality senior living options. It is our honor to provide each resident, family member, and associate with the same care, compassion, and respect we would for our own family.

We are a family serving families. Our team members are the foundation of the Harmony family, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. We are passionate about serving our residents and their families while fostering a meaningful and fulfilling workplace for our team.

Begin your journey with Harmony Senior Services and join one of the leaders in the senior living industry today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.