Maintenance Assistant

Railside Assisted Living Center
7955 Byron Center Ave SW, Byron Center, MI

Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday - Friday, with on-call weekend responsibilities
Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour (Based on experience and qualifications)

Railside Assisted Living Center is looking for a dependable, hardworking, and detail-oriented Maintenance Assistant to join our team!

As a Maintenance Assistant, you will play an important role in maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. This position involves a variety of hands‑on responsibilities, including general repairs, preventative maintenance, painting, groundskeeping, and equipment upkeep.

We are looking for someone who enjoys working with their hands, takes pride in maintaining a well‑kept facility, and is committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment for our residents.

• Health, dental, and vision insurance available as outlined in the Employee Handbook

• Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance provided at no cost to the employee

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• No wage cap

• Opportunity for advancement

• Opportunity to pick up extra shifts

• Paid Time Off (PTO) based on hours worked and years of service

• Eligible for a potential 2% pay increase after 90 days based on performance

• Annual merit increases based on performance evaluations

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match (up to 50% of employee contributions, up to 6%), available after one year of employment

• Perfect attendance bonus

• Paid orientation and training

• Company-provided polo shirt

• Manager on duty 7 days a week

• Fun staff calendar and employee engagement activities

• OnShift Engage
  - Bonus pay opportunities

• Low-cost employee meal plan - $2 per meal

• OnShift Wallet
  - Access to earned wages before payday

• Working Advantage
  - Employee discount program

• Employee referral bonus
  - Up to $1,000 per referral

• Resident referral bonus
  - Up to $1,000 per referral

• Additional benefits as outlined in the Employee Handbook

The Maintenance Assistant supports the Maintenance Supervisor in maintaining the building, equipment, and grounds of Railside Assisted Living Center.

This position is responsible for assisting with routine maintenance, repairs, inspections, and general upkeep to ensure a safe, clean, and fully functioning environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

The Maintenance Assistant reports directly to the Maintenance Supervisor and works collaboratively with other departments to support the daily operations of the community.

• Complete assigned maintenance work orders promptly and in priority order, addressing emergency requests first.

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance to ensure building systems and equipment remain operational.

• Communicate maintenance delays, needed parts, equipment issues, and other concerns to the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Assist with painting, repairs, and general upkeep of resident apartments and common areas.

• Maintain exterior areas, including sidewalks, parking lots, flower beds, and surrounding grounds.

• Assist with snow and ice removal to ensure walkways, entrances, and exits remain safe and accessible.

• Maintain outdoor features, including patio furniture, courtyards, fountains, and other exterior amenities.

• Perform routine inspections of the building and grounds, identifying and addressing maintenance concerns.

• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment, including carpet cleaners, snow blowers, and other tools.

• Perform carpet and upholstery cleaning as directed.

• Ensure proper use, storage, and care of maintenance tools and equipment.

• Immediately report safety hazards, maintenance concerns, or unsafe conditions to the Maintenance Supervisor.

• Provide on-call maintenance coverage for a minimum of one weekend per month, including reporting to the facility when needed.

• Assist with dining room service as needed.

• Report safety and health hazards to the appropriate supervisor.

• Represent Railside Assisted Living Center positively and professionally in both work and community settings.

• Work collaboratively with coworkers, supervisors, and staff across departments.

• Assist with training new staff members as directed.

• Respect and comply with all Resident Rights.

• Maintain resident confidentiality and comply with HIPAA privacy regulations.

• Follow all guidelines and expectations outlined in the Employee Handbook.

• Comply with applicable Home for the Aged rules and…