Maintenance Assistant | Full Time

Harmony Senior Services; Town of Chester (NY); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Fulltime Benefits Package

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform semi-skilled maintenance tasks across building and grounds. You will operate tools, perform repairs, paint surfaces, and assist with safety drills while ensuring resident confidentiality and teamwork.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, 2 years in maintenance, physical ability to lift 50 lbs, and a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays. Excellent organization and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or GED.
• Two years previous experience in a maintenance position.
• Knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills.
• 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.
• Willing to work a flexible schedule including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trades.
• 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/work orders for prompt responses.
• Perform preventative maintenance as directed.
• Prepare and paint surfaces in the community.
• Maintain exterior grounds including landscaping and trash removal.
• Perform basic electrical work, such as changing light bulbs.
• Transport residents safely in community vehicles to appointments.
• Assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule.
• Assist with resident safety drills.
• All other duties as assigned.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

6701 Ironbridge Parkway, Chester, Virginia 23831

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. 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

• Pay Range: $24/hr - $24.72/hr

Why Harmony?

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