Maintenance Assistant FT or PT

The Maintenance Assistant supports safe, comfortable, and well-maintained community buildings and grounds. This role completes work orders, assists with preventive maintenance, prepares apartments for move-ins, and helps ensure compliance with life-safety, infection-prevention, and environmental standards. Works collaboratively with Nursing, Dining, Housekeeping, and Activities to minimize disruption to residents and provide excellent customer service.

• Respond to and complete daily work orders (doors/locks, lighting, outlets, faucets, toilets, appliances, grab bars, flooring, blinds, etc.).
• Perform minor carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and painting within scope; escalate items requiring licensed vendors.
• Perform scheduled PMs (filter changes, ice machine cleaning, dryer vent cleaning, exit/emergency lighting checks, generator weekly runs, eyewash checks, water temperature logs, etc.)
• Assist with life-safety readiness: fire extinguishers, alarm panels, pull stations, smoke detectors, and sprinkler visual checks; support drills and documentation.
• Follow OSHA, lockout/tagout (LOTO), and manufacturer safety procedures.
• Support move-in/move-out turns: patch/paint, hardware replacement, basic flooring/trim touch-ups, fixture swaps, deep clean coordination with Housekeeping.
• Set up resident rooms and common areas (furniture moves, wall mounts, bulletin boards, activity/event setups).
• Maintain curb appeal: trash pickup, minor landscaping, light pruning, watering; seasonal snow/ice removal with proper PPE and de-icer use.
• Maintain walkways, patios, fences, and signage.
• Operate and care for tools/equipment safely; report defects.
• Track parts and supplies; keep maintenance shop clean and organized.
• Meet and escort vendors; provide access and support as directed by DPO.
• Communicate timelines and progress to residents and staff; prioritize urgent requests.
• Practice dementia-aware interaction in Memory Care (calm voice, clear explanations, respect for privacy).
• Participate in on-call rotation, weather events, and emergency response.
• Close out work orders in the system; complete PM logs, daily rounds, and compliance checklists accurately and on time.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support operations and resident safety.

Qualifications (Required)

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ year general maintenance, facilities, construction, or building services experience.
• Basic proficiency in at least two trades (carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, HVAC filter/coil basics).
• Ability to use ladders and hand/power tools safely; read/follow SDS, labels, and equipment manuals.
• Computer or mobile-app literacy for work orders and PM logs.
• Valid driver's license (if driving company vehicle) and insurable driving record.
• Ability to communicate professionally with residents, families, vendors, and team members in English.
• Successful background check, drug screen (as applicable), TB screening, and required immunizations.

Qualifications (Preferred)

• Senior-living, healthcare, hospitality, or multifamily experience.
• OSHA-10, LOTO training; pool operator/boiler exposure (if applicable).
• Basic HVAC knowledge; EPA 608 Type I/II a plus.
• Experience with CMMS/work-order systems.

Full Time Benefit & Perks:

• Benefits eligibility starting 1st of the month following hire date for *Full Time Employees*
• Robust benefit plan offerings including Medical (PPO and HAS Plans), Dental, Vision, Critical Illness, Accident Insurance, HSA, FSA, etc.
• Employer Paid: Short Term/ Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Daily employee meal provided
• Employee referral bonus program

Longevity Senior Living is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.