Maintenance Assistant

*** Come be a part of something different! - Excellent culture with competitive pay - Join the Asbury Towers team! ***

We are actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Maintenance Assistant to join our Asbury Towers team!

Our staff are our most valuable asset!

Salary –$17.00 to $20.00/hr (based on skills and experience)

The Maintenance Assistant will perform general maintenance and repairs for assigned equipment and facilities including plumbing, electrical, basic carpentry, heating and cooling, and other building systems.

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Related experience preferred.
• On-the-job training offered.
• Ability to follow instructions from supervisors or senior maintenance workers.
• Knowledge of general carpentry and repair.
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.

• Inspects and identifies equipment or machines in need of repair.
• Troubleshoots issues to determine necessary repairs.
• Plans repair work using building's blueprints or equipment manual as needed.
• Performs general repairs that do not require a specialized technician. Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other building fixtures.
• Performs routine maintenance on building systems.
• Cleans and assists with upkeep of the facilities.
• Orders supplies and materials needed for repairs and maintenance.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Ability to endure prolonged walking, sitting, standing, use of pulling, bending, and stooping movements.
• Ability to adapt to changes in daily work hours and schedule.
• Ability to handle stressful situations with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to lift/carry a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to push/pull a minimum of fifty (50) pounds.
• Ability to perform tasks which require arm-hand steadiness.
• Ability to walk and stand for prolonged periods of time through duration of shift(s).
• Ability to squat, climb stairs, reach above shoulders, twist, bend, and kneel repeatedly through duration of shift(s).
• Ability to hear normal sounds within background noise.
• Ability to speak clearly and make self understood.
• Ability to keep attention on task if routinely interrupted.
• Ability to understand a variety of concepts/approaches.
• Ability to remember tasks/assignments for a full shift.
• Ability to work beyond regularly scheduled shift (overtime) when necessary.

What do we believe makes us different? Here’s what you can count on from us!

• Asbury Towers is a facility with a rich history and a close-knit, supportive, and collaborative team
• We care deeply for our residents and families, our employees, and the communities we serve
• We train and build our people and genuinely invest in their professional growth
• Our culture is rooted in:
  • Trust
  • Excellence
  • Service Leadership
  • Working Together
• We always deliver the best possible care for our residents and families
• We appreciate and celebrate the contributions made by all of the individuals on our teams

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud of our commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified job candidates and employees.