What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Maintenance Assistant position at Better Living?
Start a meaningful career as a Facility Maintenance Assistant with The Rivers of Portage, A Better Living Community!
Make a difference in someone's life every day.
At The Rivers of Portage, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment. Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.
- Personalized Care: We believe better care leads to better living
- Competitive Pay: $24-$31 an hour, credit given for experience
- Schedule: This is a full-time position working approximately 30 hours a week
- Supportive Team: We invest in our team just like we invest in our residents
- Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry)
- Inspect and maintain facility, resident rooms, common areas, and grounds
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests and prepare rooms for new residents
- Ensure compliance with safety, OSHA, and infection control standards
- Maintain logs, manage supplies, and support emergency systems
- Assist with seasonal tasks, vendor coordination, and on-call support as needed
- 21 years of age or older
- Valid driver’s license (required)
- Minimum 1–2 years of general maintenance experience; experience in long-term care or healthcare setting (preferred)
- Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building maintenance
- Ability to safely use hand and power tools
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills
- CBRF certificate (preferred)
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and maintain maintenance records
- Good communication and customer service skills, especially when working in resident-occupied areas
Benefits Available to You:
- Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
- Life & AD&D Insurance
- Short- & Long-Term Disability
- Supplemental Coverage: Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Salary : $24 - $31