Maintenance Asst.- Full Time

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan options

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living in New Castle, KY, seek a dependable Maintenance Assistant. You will support both facilities with general maintenance, plumbing, painting, and basic carpentry, while using computers to track work orders and records.

The role emphasizes safety, resident care, and survey readiness, with on-site responsibilities and on-call duties as needed. Salary is hourly with full-time hours and benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience with plumbing, electrical basic repairs and routine maintenance.
• Strong computer skills for emails, spreadsheets and maintenance software.
• Ability to safely access attics and climb ladders, and work in tight spaces.
• Personable, caring approach toward residents and staff.
• Ability to take initiative and follow through on tasks.
• Strong record-keeping and reliability, with good organizational skills.
• Willingness to grow knowledge of building systems and maintenance operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs at New Castle Nursing & Rehab and Twin Oaks Assisted Living.
• Assist with plumbing repairs, painting, carpentry, and routine building upkeep.
• Troubleshoot basic electrical/equipment repairs including bed systems.
• Notify Maintenance Director for specialized needs and document work orders.
• Use electronic system to track work orders and maintenance records.
• Help organize records, reports, and schedules for inspections.
• Support survey readiness through routine checks and corrective work.
• Prepare resident rooms and common areas; communicate progress clearly.
• Follow safety and infection control procedures and maintain tidy work spaces.
• Interact with residents and staff with patience and care while minimizing disruption.

Skills

Maintenance skills

Computer skills

Physical ability

People skills

Initiative

Organization

Teamwork

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.