Maintenance Technician: Senior Living & Safety

Garden Healthcare; Winterville (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Garden Healthcare is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs in a senior community. You will handle plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, and basic HVAC troubleshooting to ensure safe, comfortable living spaces.

You will also maintain grounds, manage apartment turnovers, and promptly respond to work orders. Strong attention to detail and excellent communication with elderly residents are essential; background and drug screening are required.

Qualifications

• 2 years of general maintenance, handyman, or apartment turnover experience.
• Basic knowledge of carpentry, plumbing, painting, and electrical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting skills and a high attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills and a respectful, compassionate attitude toward elderly residents.
• Must pass a comprehensive background check and drug screening.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs including plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, and basic HVAC troubleshooting.
• Maintain facility grounds and common areas to ensure safety and neatness.
• Manage room turns and prepare apartments for new residents moving into the community.
• Respond promptly to maintenance work orders submitted by staff and residents.
• Routinely inspect emergency systems (lighting, call bells, door alarms) to ensure full compliance with state safety regulations.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Compassionate attitude

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Carpentry basics

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Job description

Garden Healthcare is seeking a maintenance technician to perform routine building maintenance and minor repairs in a senior community. You will handle plumbing, electrical, drywall, painting, and basic HVAC troubleshooting to ensure safe, comfortable living spaces.

You will also maintain grounds, manage apartment turnovers, and promptly respond to work orders. Strong attention to detail and excellent communication with elderly residents are essential; background and drug screening are required.