Maintenance Assistant

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join Anoka Rehab & Living Center as a Maintenance Assistant in Anoka, MN. This is more than a job! It’s a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we’re dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

The Anoka Rehab & Living Center is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Pay Range: $19.57 - $21.73
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm * Weekends will be every 4th weekend with on call shift starting the Monday prior to their weekend.*

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment where you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you’ll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to follow care plans and resident orders
• Long-term care experience (preferred)

About the job: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for preventative maintenance, painting and repairs inside and outside the facility to provide a safe, attractive and orderly environment for the benefit, use, enjoyment protection of residents, staff and visitors.


Essentials:

• Performs designated cleaning tasks and preventative maintenance services.
• Sweeping, mopping, wet washing/shampooing and vacuuming floors/carpets in ancillary service and common areas of the facility.
• Stripping, waxing and polishing all floors in accordance with the facility floor covering maintenance schedule.
• Washing walls, ceilings, and common area lighting fixtures.
• Gathering, transporting and disposing of trash.
• Cleaning waste receptacles.
• Informs supervisor of supply or equipment needs.
• Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored according to established procedures.
• Store all germicides, pesticides and other toxic substance clearly labeled and locked away when not in use.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read, understand and follow written and oral instructions in order to identify various chemicals and cleaning agents from their labels and understand directions for use.
• Willingness and ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions.
• Minimum of two (2) year previous building maintenance experience desired.
• Some knowledge of state building, plumbing and electrical codes and local ordinances.
• Able to understand technical manuals used to install and repair machinery and equipment.
• Coordination and dexterity needed to handle tools and equipment parts.
• Must be capable of making decisions in an emergency.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency situation or an on-call situation

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the healthcare industry

About Us
Anoka Rehab and Living Center is a welcoming community located on The Homestead at Anoka campus . Our team of specially trained nurses, rehabilitation therapists, and long term care professionals are dedicated to supporting each resident’s health and wellbeing, whether for short term stays or ongoing care. Located in beautiful, historic Anoka along the Rum River trails, the community offers a charming downtown, local shops and restaurants, and year-round events for residents and team members to enjoy. If you’re ready to grow your career while making a difference, we’d love to connect with you.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

Equal Opportunity Employer


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