What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at Gardant?
Heritage Woods of Freeport is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our team! This position will be cross-trained between the Maintenance and Dietary Departments to ensure seamless support across Community operations and resident care experiences.
Responsibilities:
- Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Director, our Maintenance Assistant oversees the Community safety program and maintains a secure resident home and working environment in compliance with policy and regulations
- Sustains a preventative maintenance program to maintain proper functioning of all Community equipment, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
- Completes all maintenance requests, both scheduled and emergency, quickly and efficiently
- Mechanically repair, replace, and/or install minor equipment, hardware, and controls. Such scope of work is to be cleared by the Executive Director
- Maintain water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, kitchen equipment and associated equipment
- Maintain community plumbing systems
- Performs exterior maintenance duties
- Performs fire and disaster drill activities with residents and team members
- Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction
Qualifications:
- High school graduate or GED equivalent required
- Experience in HVAC systems and/or electrical required
- Prior Senior living experience desired
- Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
- Unlimited growth opportunities
- Medical, dental, and vision benefit packages available
- Work-life balance | Paid Time Off
- EAP & Maven family planning program
- 401(k) employer match biweekly
- Self-service payroll
- Daily pay options available
Salary : $18 - $19