Maintenance Assistant - closed 8/26/25

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Assistant
Barre Gardens Nursing and Rehab is seeking a  Maintenance Assistant for our skilled nursing facility in  Barre, VT .

The Maintenance Assistant will perform a variety of maintenance, light cleaning, and organizing duties, as well as drive the facility van to transport residents to and from appointments.  A clean driving record is required.

Shift Available:

• Full-Time (Monday-Friday, occasional on-call required)

Responsibilities:

• Maintains facility by repairing walls, baseboards, doors, ceilings, mirrors, windows, and removing trash.

• Moves furniture to complete assignments.

• Coordinates daily maintenance services with nursing services when working in resident living areas.

• Assists in terminal cleaning of resident rooms upon transfer, discharge, or death.

• Follows the maintenance schedule/instructions provided by the supervisor, adhering to established maintenance policies and procedures.

• Performs routine maintenance and repair on facility and equipment, including plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical work.

• Conducts routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, and driveways, including cutting, trimming, sweeping, and policing as necessary or directed.

• Replaces burned-out light bulbs, including exit lights and overhead lights.

• Ensures the proper operation of machinery and mechanical equipment by assisting with the Preventive Maintenance Program.

• Drives the facility van to transport residents safely to and from appointments, maintaining compliance with transportation safety regulations.

• May assume on-call responsibilities as scheduled, including weekends and holidays.

• Performs unscheduled or emergency maintenance tasks as directed.

Qualifications:

• Previous experience in cleaning, maintenance, or other related fields.

• Familiarity with cleaning materials and equipment.

• A clean driving record is required for transportation duties.

Benefits:
We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care

• Telemedicine Program

• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Planned Time-Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick)

• Dailypay: The ability to freely view your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to withdraw it daily for a nominal fee

Education Assistance:

• Get up to $5,250 per year towards tuition* or

• Get up to $2,625 per year towards paying off a Non-Federal Nursing Student Loan!*

Benefits, as well as bonuses and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.