Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Heritage Woods of Freeport - Freeport, IL 61032

Salary Range $18.25 - $18.50 Hourly Position Type Full Time Job Shift 1st shift

Heritage Woods of Freeport is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our team! This position will be cross-trained between the Maintenance and Dietary Departments to ensure seamless support across community operations and resident care experiences.

Responsibilities:

• Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Director, our Maintenance Assistant oversees the community safety program and maintains a secure resident home and working environment in compliance with policy and regulations
• Sustains a preventative maintenance program to maintain proper functioning of all community equipment, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Completes all maintenance requests, both scheduled and emergency, quickly and efficiently
• Mechanically repair, replace, and/or install minor equipment, hardware, and controls. Such scope of work is to be cleared by the Executive Director
• Maintain water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, kitchen equipment and associated equipment
• Maintain community plumbing systems
• Performs exterior maintenance duties
• Performs fire and disaster drill activities with residents and team members
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction

Qualifications:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required
• Experience in HVAC systems and/or electrical required
• Prior senior living experience desired
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Benefits:

• Unlimited growth opportunities
• Medical, dental, and vision benefit packages available
• Work-life balance | Paid Time Off
• EAP & Maven family planning program
• 401(k) employer match biweekly
• Self-service payroll
• Daily pay options available