Maintenance Asst.- Full Time

PACS; New Castle (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Opportunities for advancement

Supportive, mission-driven environment

Job summary

New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living in New Castle, KY, seeks a dependable Maintenance Assistant to support our healthcare communities. The role offers $20–$25 per hour, full-time, with Monday–Friday schedule and on-call responsibilities as assigned.

You will perform general maintenance, plumbing, electrical work, and use an electronic work-order system, while staying engaged with residents and staff to keep facilities safe, clean, and welcoming.

Qualifications

• Experience with plumbing, basic electrical troubleshooting, general repairs.
• Strong computer skills with email, basic spreadsheets, electronic work orders.
• Physically able to access attics, climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Personable, caring approach toward residents and staff.
• Initiative and follow‑through on tasks.
• Organization and dependability.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs at New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living.
• Assist with plumbing repairs, painting, patching, basic carpentry, and routine upkeep.
• Troubleshoot electrical and equipment repairs including call lights and beds.
• Use the electronic maintenance system to track work orders and maintenance records.
• Help organize computer-based records, reports, and maintenance schedules.
• Support survey readiness through routine checks and timely corrections.
• Prepare resident rooms and common areas; maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Communicate maintenance updates clearly with residents and staff.
• Follow safety and infection prevention procedures.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical skills

General repairs

Hand tools

Power tools

Computer skills

Documentation

Organization

Dependability

Teamwork

Tools

Maintenance software

Email

Spreadsheets

Job description

New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living | New Castle, KY

Pay: $20–$25 per hour
Job type: Full-time
Schedule: Monday–Friday, with emergency on-call responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor.

Put your skills to work where people matter.

New Castle Nursing & Rehab, a CMS Five-Star rated facility , is seeking a dependable, personable Maintenance Assistant to support our nursing and rehabilitation community and Twin Oaks Assisted Living.

We’re looking for someone who combines practical repair skills with strong computer skills and a caring attitude. Our residents call these communities home, and your work will help keep their surroundings safe, comfortable, and welcoming.

Working alongside the Maintenance Director, you will assist with daily repairs, preventive maintenance, electronic work orders, and survey readiness. The ideal candidate takes initiative, follows through, and enjoys interacting respectfully with residents, families, and coworkers.

What you’ll do

• Perform assigned general maintenance and repairs at New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living.
• Assist with plumbing repairs, painting, patching, basic carpentry, and routine building upkeep.
• Troubleshoot and assist with basic electrical and equipment repairs, including resident call lights and adjustable beds, within your training and authorized scope.
• Recognize when a repair requires specialized assistance and promptly notify the Maintenance Director.
• Use the electronic maintenance system to track work orders, document completed repairs, and maintain preventive maintenance records.
• Help the Maintenance Director organize computer-based records, reports, inspection documentation, and maintenance schedules.
• Support ongoing survey and inspection readiness through routine checks, accurate documentation, and timely completion of assigned corrective work.
• Help prepare resident rooms and assisted living apartments and maintain common areas.
• Communicate maintenance concerns, repair progress, and unresolved issues clearly.
• Follow safety and infection prevention procedures, use tools safely, and keep work areas organized.
• Respond to residents and staff with patience, courtesy, and care while minimizing disruption to daily routines.

What makes you a strong fit

• Practical maintenance skills: Experience with plumbing, basic electrical troubleshooting, general repairs, and hand and power tools.
• Strong computer skills: Comfortable using email, basic spreadsheets, electronic work orders, and digital records, with the ability to learn maintenance software.
• Physical ability: Ability to safely access attic areas, climb ladders, and work in tight or restricted spaces to perform maintenance tasks, including bending, kneeling, and crawling, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A personable, caring approach: You enjoy helping people and treat residents’ homes and belongings with respect.
• Initiative and follow‑through: You notice concerns, communicate them, and complete assigned tasks.
• Organization and dependability: You manage priorities, maintain accurate records, and arrive ready to work.
• Teamwork and willingness to grow: You work well with others and want to develop your knowledge of building systems and maintenance operations.

Previous building maintenance experience is preferred. Experience in healthcare or assisted living, including call-light systems and resident beds, is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement plan options
• Opportunities for advancement
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Make a difference every day.

If you take pride in your work, enjoy helping others, and want to contribute to communities committed to quality care, we’d like to meet you.

We are 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, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.