Maintenance Assistant-PT

Priority Dispatch Corp.; Wawaset Park (DE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental & Vision

Paid time off

401k with matching

Daily pay option

Employee discounts

Job summary

Excel Care at Wilmington is seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to support daily operations of our skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, Delaware. You will help maintain a safe, clean, and well functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

This hands-on role requires experience in plumbing, electrical, HVAC and carpentry, with the ability to respond to work orders, perform preventive maintenance, and assist with room setups and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic maintenance knowledge of tools and building systems.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform hands-on tasks.
• Safety-focused and detail-oriented work habits.

Responsibilities

• Assist with general maintenance: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry.
• Complete repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and building systems.
• Respond to work orders and maintenance requests from staff.
• Help maintain clean and safe common areas, resident rooms, and outdoor spaces.
• Support seasonal tasks like snow removal and landscaping.
• Monitor supplies and tools, and report hazards or needed repairs.
• Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and facility inspections.
• Follow safety and infection control protocols.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC

Carpentry

Preventive maintenance

Safety protocols

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Maintenance AssistantExcel Care at Wilmington is seeking a reliable and motivated Maintenance Assistant to support the daily operations of our skilled nursing facility. This role plays a key part in maintaining a safe, clean, and well functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The ideal candidate is hands on, dependable, and takes pride in ensuring our facility is well cared for and running smoothly.Located in Wilmington DelawareMaintenance Assistant Benefits:Health, Dental and Vision InsurancePaid time off, paid sick time and paid holidays401k with up to 5% matchingDaily pay optionEmployee only discounts, perks and rewards programsMaintenance Assistant Responsibilities:Assist with general maintenance: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentryComplete repairs and preventive maintenance on equipment and building systemsRespond to work orders and maintenance requests from staffHelp maintain clean and safe common areas, resident rooms, and outdoor spacesSupport seasonal tasks like snow removal and landscapingMonitor supplies and tools, and report any hazards or needed repairsHelp with room setups, furniture moves, and facility inspectionsAlways follow safety and infection control protocolsMaintenance Assistant Requirements:Previous experience in a skilled nursing facility or long term care.High school diploma or equivalent.Basic maintenance knowledge of tools and building systems.Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform hands on tasks.Safety focused and detail oriented work habits.Excelcare is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.