Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Appledorn South Assisted Living Center

Pay

• $19.00-$20.00 per hour

• Pay based on experience and credentials

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available as outlined in the Employee Handbook

• Basic life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance provided at no cost to the employee

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• No wage cap

• Opportunity for advancement

• Opportunity for picking up extra shifts

• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service

• Eligible for a potential 2% pay increase after 90 days based on performance

• Annual merit increases based on performance evaluations

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match (up to 50% of employee contribution, up to 6%)

• Perfect attendance bonus

• Paid orientation and training

• Polo Shirt provided

• Manager on duty 7 days a week

• Fun staff calendar and employee engagement activities

• OnShift Engage-Bonus pay structure

• Low-cost meal plan--$2 per meal

• OnShift Wallet-access to funds prior to pay day

• Working Advantage-employee discount program

• Employee referral Bonus-up to $1000 per referral

• Resident referral bonus-up to $1000 per referral

• Additional benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook

Position Purpose

Supports the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the building, equipment, and grounds to ensure a safe, clean, and well-functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors.


Qualifications

• Must be able to read, write and carry out directions in English

• Experience in maintenance preferred

• Basic skills in painting, repairs, and equipment operations?

• Minimum of 18 years of age

• Must be able to pass the state mandated criminal background screening and pre-employment drug screening for illegal substances

Essential Functions

• Complete work orders promptly and in priority order (emergencies first)

• Perform routine maintenance to ensure building systems and equipment are fully operational

• Communicate delays, needed parts, or issues to supervisor

• Assist with painting, repairs, and general upkeep of apartments and common areas

• Maintain exterior areas including sidewalks, parking lots, and flower beds

• Assist with snow and ice removal to ensure safe walkways and exits

• Maintain outdoor features (patio furniture, courtyards, fountains, etc.)

• Perform routine inspections of building and grounds and address concerns

• Operate and maintain equipment (carpet cleaners, snow blowers, etc.)

• Perform carpet and upholstery cleaning as directed

• Ensure proper use and care of tools and equipment

• Report hazards, maintenance concerns, or unsafe conditions immediately
• Saturdays as needed

• On-Call duties minimum of one weekend/month for Maintenance Supervisor

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds.

• Must be able to safely climb ladders and access elevated areas, including rooftops, to perform maintenance and inspection tasks.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and assist residents in all aspects of job duties

• Handle emotional and physical demands of job duties

About Appledorn Assisted Living Center South
Our living center is a licensed Home for the Aged in Michigan, dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to our residents. Our team is carefully selected and trained to support each individual's physical and cognitive well-being, with a strong focus on dignity, respect, and meaningful daily living.


We are proudly operated by Heritage Property Management, a fourth-generation, Michigan-based family business. Our team is passionate about creating a supportive environment not only for our residents, but for one another-where relationships matter and the work we do truly makes a difference.


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