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Skilled Maintenance Assistant

Vestracare
Dunkirk, NY Full Time
POSTED ON 4/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/24/2026

Maintenance Assistant  

STARTING RATE: $17.00/hr.

SHIFT: Full-Time, 7 am - 3 pm, including every other weekend 

BENEFITS: 

  • Weekly Paychecks
  • Tuition Assistance
  • Referral Bonuses
  • Peer Mentorship
  • Generous Paid Time Off

 Job Summary: 

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for the routine upkeep of all areas of a facility both inside and outside the building.  These responsibilities include but are not limited to troubleshooting HVAC systems, lighting, indoor climate control, emergency cleaning and upkeep requests.  This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.  

Essential duties and Responsibilities: 

  • Perform general clean-up of all areas of the building as directed
  • Manage routine upkeep of exterior areas, green space and parking lot
  • Complete non-routine cleaning according to specified job orders
  • Remove rubbish and recycling daily and prepare bins for weekly pick-up
  • Handle emergency cleaning and upkeep requests
  • Ensure rooms are maintained and fully equipped
  • Troubleshoot issues with HVAC system, lighting and indoor climate control as necessary
  • Ensure building safety rules are implemented and maintained.  

Qualifications: 

  • High School Diploma/GED
  • Valid NYS Driver's License 
  • Ability to lift 50lbs.
  • Knowledge of basic plumbing, carpentry, and electrical wiring
  • General maintenance experience 
  • The ability to safety operates hand and power tools
  • Excellent time management skills
  • Strong problem-solving skills

 

ABOUT US:

VestraCare is a portfolio of four health care facilities in New York state, including: Chautauqua Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Dunkirk; Roscoe Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Roscoe; Sunset Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Boonville; and Susquehanna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Johnson City. We’re proud to be a family of high-quality health care providers that also includes Absolut Care, Taconic Health Care and The McGuire Group.

Our team is comprised of charismatic, smile-bringing, life-saving, compassionate caregivers who love to make a difference in the lives of our residents. Together, we have the privilege of caring for and learning from more than 2,800 extraordinary legends while providing them with superior levels of nursing and rehabilitative services.

Our collective stories; our legends are what help define our organization and the outstanding care we provide. We are Legends Caring for Legends, and we invite you to join our team!

 

Salary : $17

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