Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade; order materials as directed-place and receive phone calls; make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed; disassemble and move furniture throughout the community; check community maintenance logs/work orders to ensure prompt response to maintenance requests; perform preventative maintenance schedule as directed; prepare and paint surfaces in the community; maintain exterior grounds, which may include assisting with shoveling, landscaping, and trash collection and removal; perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs in the community; transport residents safely in community vehicle to appointments; assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule as directed; assist maintenance director with conducting resident safety drills; all other duties as assigned.

Requirements: Must have High School Diploma or GED; two years previous experience working in a maintenance position. Must be knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance; must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills to ensure completion of tasks; ability to understand verbal and written instructions; ability to complete assignments thoroughly and on time; ability to work well with others as part of a team; polite and courteous to all residents, visitors, co-workers and management team; maintain resident confidentiality at all times; must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, grasp, push and pull for extended periods of time; must be able to lift 50 lbs and carry heavy objects for up to 50 feet; complete all required in-services in a timely manner and attend mandatory staff meetings; must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays.

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling