Maintenance Assistant
On-siteGeorgetown Cass County, Indiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct daily maintenance on landscaping, HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems while repairing light fixtures, walls, and drywall. Maintain lawn care equipment, exterior/interior locks, windows, and screens; clean refrigerator/freezer coils and test water temperatures. Perform carpentry duties, operate saws, and replace ceiling tile or light bulbs. Assist with fire drills, complete life safety audits, and ensure fire extinguishers remain operational. Replace burned-out bulbs and service heating/cooling units per manufacturer guidelines. This role supports plant operations and resident safety in a facility requiring patience, tact, and the ability to work harmoniously with peers, residents, family members, and government personnel.
Required Qualifications
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language
- Must display professionalism both in appearance and attitude
- Must possess the ability to solve problems and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
- Must genuinely care for and understand the elderly and other persons with various disabilities
- Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with peers, residents, family members, visitors, government agency personnel and the general public
- Must possess the ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel
- Must be able to follow written and oral instructions
- Must have patience, tact, a positive disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult people
- Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices
- Must be able to relate information concerning a resident's condition
- Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace
- Experience with commercial maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing, electrical systems, alarm systems, appliances, commercial stoves, refrigerators, air-conditioning and heating units
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- General construction experience preferred
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