Maintenance Tech - Full Time - Day Shift

Discovery Senior Living; Naples (FL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Flexible scheduling options

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Discovery Senior Living is seeking a Facilities Operations Assistant in Naples, Florida, to ensure a safe and functional community environment for seniors. This role involves performing maintenance tasks, responding to service requests, and ensuring compliance with safety standards.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and a minimum of one year of maintenance experience, with a strong understanding of building systems. Benefits include competitive wages, flexible scheduling, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• One year of maintenance or facilities experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and light housekeeping duties.
• Respond to maintenance-related emergencies and service requests.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to minimize equipment downtime.

Skills

Building systems knowledge

Organizational skills

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

HVAC systems

Plumbing tools

Electrical tools

Job description

About Discovery Management Group

Discovery Management Group leads one of the nation’s most purpose-driven and people-centered senior living organizations, managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States with a focus on operational excellence, lifestyle personalization, and culture-driven leadership. We proudly serve residents and families with more than 15,000 units nationwide.

Facilities Operations Assistant

As the Facilities Operations Assistant you play an essential role in enriching the lives of seniors by maintaining a safe, comfortable, and well-functioning community environment each day.

Your Role

You are responsible for supporting day‑to‑day maintenance and upkeep of the community’s buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles. You respond to service requests, perform routine and preventive maintenance, and assist with projects that ensure the community remains safe, operational, and welcoming for residents, families, and team members.

Position Highlights

• Status: [FULL TIME / PART TIME / PRN / ETC.]
• Schedule: [ENTER SCHEDULE, INCLUDING WEEKENDS IF APPLICABLE]
• Location: [COMMUNITY ADDRESS]
• Rate of Pay: [HOURLY OR SALARY RATE OF PAY]

What You’ll Do

• Perform routine maintenance and light housekeeping duties throughout the community grounds and buildings.
• Complete service requests for repairs and maintenance of apartments, common areas, equipment, and vehicles in a timely and cost‑effective manner.
• Perform general maintenance tasks including minor plumbing, electrical repairs, appliance repair, painting, refurbishing, and carpentry.
• Assist with HVAC, heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems as assigned.
• Maintain flooring, carpeting, and hard surfaces, including “make‑ready” apartments for new residents.
• Conduct preventive maintenance to reduce equipment downtime and extend asset life.
• Respond to maintenance‑related emergencies and on‑call requests outside scheduled hours as needed.
• Ensure work is completed in compliance with safety standards, OSHA guidelines, and life safety regulations.
• Monitor community grounds and buildings for safety hazards and report concerns promptly.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and maintenance areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Communicate effectively with leadership and team members regarding work status and priorities.
• Assist with special projects and seasonal maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum one (1) year of maintenance or facilities experience required.
• Working knowledge of building systems including plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and general repairs.
• General understanding of OSHA standards, fire prevention, and life safety regulations.
• Ability to respond to emergency maintenance calls outside of normal working hours.
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem‑solving ability and sound judgment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team.
• Willingness to participate in on‑call rotation as required by the community.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 lbs (or community standard).
• Comfort working indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures.
• Possible exposure to chemicals, tools, ladders, and mechanical equipment.

Benefits You’ll Enjoy

• Competitive wages.
• Early access to earned wages before payday.
• Flexible scheduling options with full‑time and part‑time hours.
• Paid time off and holidays (full‑time).
• Comprehensive benefit package including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurances (full‑time).
• 401(K) with employer match.
• Paid training.
• Opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Company provided uniforms.
• Employee Assistance Program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V

A Note to Applicants

This job description outlines the general nature and level of responsibilities for this role and is not an exhaustive list of all duties. Qualified individuals with disabilities, as defined by the ADA, must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation, as determined on a case‑by‑case basis.

Regulatory Compliance & Background Screening

Discovery Senior Living complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws and regulatory requirements governing hiring practices, background screening, and workforce eligibility. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of state‑mandated and/or federally required background screenings, which may include criminal history checks, fingerprint‑based screening, Level 2 background screening, registry verification, and other screenings required for healthcare and senior living roles with direct or indirect resident access. Specific requirements may vary by role and jurisdiction; for example, employment in Florida is contingent upon completion of a Level 2 background screening in accordance with Florida AHCA requirements. Applicants will be required to complete fingerprinting and background screening through the AHCA Clearinghouse.

JOB CODE: 1008645