What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Assistant position at Southern Hills Specialty Care?
Southern Hills Specialty Care, a 90-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Osceola, IA, is now hiring!
Maintenance Assistant
Location: Southern Hills Specialty Care- Osceola, IA
Status: Part-time
Make a Difference in Your Maintenance Career
Care Initiatives is Iowa’s largest nonprofit senior care provider, serving residents in more than 40 skilled nursing communities statewide. We are dedicated to supporting the health, safety, and comfort of those we serve.
As a Maintenance Technician, you will support a safe, clean, and home-like environment for residents and staff by performing building maintenance, repairs, and preventative upkeep. Your work directly contributes to resident comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Why Join Care Initiatives?
If you’re ready to use your skills to positively impact the lives of residents each day — apply now and grow your career with Care Initiatives!
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Maintenance Assistant
Location: Southern Hills Specialty Care- Osceola, IA
Status: Part-time
Make a Difference in Your Maintenance Career
Care Initiatives is Iowa’s largest nonprofit senior care provider, serving residents in more than 40 skilled nursing communities statewide. We are dedicated to supporting the health, safety, and comfort of those we serve.
As a Maintenance Technician, you will support a safe, clean, and home-like environment for residents and staff by performing building maintenance, repairs, and preventative upkeep. Your work directly contributes to resident comfort, dignity, and quality of life.
Why Join Care Initiatives?
- Competitive wages for Maintenance Technicians
- Comprehensive and affordable benefits for eligible team members
- PTO, retirement savings, and insurance options
- Dayforce Wallet — access earned wages before payday
- Referral bonus opportunities
- Previous maintenance experience preferred (healthcare setting a plus)
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work assignments
- Strong customer service mindset with a focus on residents’ needs
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and respect
- Basic knowledge of building systems, equipment operation, and safety procedures preferred
- Must meet all state and regulatory hiring requirements
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs to building, equipment, and grounds
- Assist with preventative maintenance programs
- Respond to work orders and safety concerns promptly
- Support compliance with infection control and life safety standards
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment
If you’re ready to use your skills to positively impact the lives of residents each day — apply now and grow your career with Care Initiatives!
Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
Care Initiatives is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.