Maintenance Technician

Benefits

• Paid time off

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on facility systems, including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical equipment
• Conduct regular inspections of the building, grounds, and equipment to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff and residents
• Ensure resident rooms and common areas are safe, clean, and in good repair
• Maintain outdoor areas, including landscaping, walkways, parking lots, and lighting
• Test and maintain safety equipment (fire alarms, smoke detectors, emergency lighting, call systems)
• Assist in preparing resident rooms for new admissions and discharges
• Perform preventative maintenance according to facility schedules
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, including North Carolina assisted living requirements
• Maintain maintenance logs, work orders, and inspection records
• Coordinate with outside vendors and contractors as needed
• Assist during emergency situations (power outages, severe weather, evacuations, etc.)
• Follow infection control and safety procedures at all times

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Previous maintenance experience (healthcare or residential setting preferred)
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repair
• Ability to operate maintenance tools and equipment safely
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks
• Good communication skills and ability to interact respectfully with elderly residents

Ability to lift, push, or pull up to 50 pounds

Frequent standing, walking, bending, and climbing

Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying conditions

Assisted living facility setting

Exposure to cleaning chemicals, maintenance tools, and outdoor weather conditions

May be required to work weekends, evenings, or be on-call for emergencies

• Must comply with North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) regulations for assisted living facilities
• Subject to criminal background check and drug screening
• Must follow OSHA safety guidelines and infection control protocols
• Participation in fire drills, disaster preparedness, and emergency response procedures required

• HVAC certification or trade certification
• Experience in long-term care or assisted living facilities
• Knowledge of life safety codes and fire systems