What are the responsibilities and job description for the MAINTENANCE ASSISTANT position at Brandon Woods of Dartmouth?
Overview
Blaire House of Milford is a family-owned and operated skilled nursing center that has been serving seniors for nearly 50 years. Our 73-bed facility specializes in Short Term Care, Long Term Care, Rehabilitation, and Sub-acute Care.
Join our dynamic facilities team as a Maintenance Assistant, where your hands-on skills and proactive approach will keep our building systems running smoothly and efficiently. In this vital role, you will support the maintenance and repair of a wide range of facilities equipment, ensuring a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for all occupants. Your expertise in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems will be essential to maintaining operational excellence and delivering exceptional service.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine inspections and preventive maintenance on electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical systems to ensure optimal operation.
- Use hand tools, schematics, and electrical equipment such as ohmmeters to diagnose issues and execute repairs effectively.
- Conduct repairs on electrical equipment, plumbing systems, HVAC units, and building interior components with precision and safety.
- Assist with facilities equipment maintenance including carpentry tasks, painting (including residential painting), and general building interior upkeep.
- Support the operation of programmable logic controllers (PLCs) for automated systems and troubleshoot electrical work as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repair logs, schematics updates, and inventory of maintenance supplies.
- Provide excellent customer service by responding promptly to maintenance requests from staff or tenants while ensuring safety standards are met.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in facilities maintenance or related roles with a strong mechanical knowledge base.
- Skilled in using hand tools, schematics, electrical testing devices (such as ohmmeters), and performing electrical work safely.
- Knowledge of HVAC system repair, plumbing system maintenance and repair, carpentry, painting (including residential), and general building interior maintenance.
- Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), electrical equipment repair, schematics interpretation, and troubleshooting electrical issues.
- Ability to perform welding tasks safely and effectively; experience with HVAC systems is highly desirable.
- Strong communication skills in English to collaborate effectively with team members and provide clear updates.
- Demonstrated leadership qualities with the ability to work independently or as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
Join us to be part of a dedicated team committed to maintaining high standards of facility operations! Your expertise will help create a safe, efficient environment that supports our organizational goals while providing opportunities for growth in various technical disciplines.
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20.0 – 22.0 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Milford, MA 01757 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $22