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