Maintenance Assistant

Palatka Center for Rehabilitation & Healing

Make an impact. Build connections. Love where you work.

At Palatka Center for Rehabilitation and Healing, you'll find a team that celebrates your strengths, where your work truly makes a difference every day. We're passionate about creating a supportive, positive environment-not only for our residents, but for the people who care for them. As proud partners of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, our team members also have the opportunity to join the spirited KARE KREWE of Palatka-bringing big-team energy and community spirit to everything we do. If you are looking to join a caring and supportive team, we would love to meet you!

We are conveniently located at 110 Kay Larkin Dr, Palatka

Why Work For Us? Because We Offer Our Employees:

Health, Dental & Vision Insurance- proudly offering Horizon Blue Cross/ Blue Shield

Generous PTO, Holiday and Sick time - we value work/life balance


401k with company match, Life Insurance and Disability Coverage- peace of mind for you and your family

Direct Deposit & Daily Pay Options Available- Get paid when YOU want

Wonderschool Concierge Services- childcare made simple

Uniforms & Employee Perks Program- we've got you covered

24/7 Telehealth Benefit with Doctegrity- access to medical care and mental health support when you need it most


This role requires Florida AHCA Clearinghouse background screening. More information:

Maintenance Assistant Major Responsibilities and Critical Tasks:

1. Assist in inspections and repairs HVAC equipment cooling units, heading units, hot water systems, ventilation equipment and other standard equipment
2. Assist in repairs and installs drywall including mudding, taping, and sanding
3. Painting walls and ceilings as needed
4. Performs minor plumbing repairs, including unplugging, repairing, and replacing toilets, lavatories, sinks and replacing faulty gate and ball vales
5. Performs minor electrical repairs including replacing faulty outlets, switches, and other electrical apparatus
6. Assists and follows maintenance standards
7. Performs general rough and finish carpentry as well as rough and finish concrete work
8. Performs general landscaping, yard work including mowing, cleanup, and other types of general yard work
9. Coordinates daily maintenance services with nursing services when performing maintenance assignments in resident living and/or recreational areas
10. Perform administrative requirements (i.e., completing necessary forms, reports. Etc.) and submits to the facility Administrator, as necessary
11. Ensures an adequate supply of maintenance supplies is available to perform tasks
12. Ensures equipment is clean and safely stored at the end of the shift
13. Performs other duties as assigned

SNF experience strongly preferred.