Maintenance Assistant

Newton Village, a Cassia community, is hiring a Maintenance Assistant to join our team. Newton Village is an award‑winning senior care community where your skills are valued and your dedication to excellent care makes an impact. If you’re looking for a supportive team and a place to grow your career, this is your opportunity.

Position Type: Full‑Time, benefits eligible position working a varying schedule

Location: 110 N 5th Ave W, Newton, IA 50208

• Provides carpet and floor care in residents’ rooms and common areas.
• Disposes of trash from common areas and resident rooms.
• Additional duties may include cleaning windows, moving and arranging furniture.
• Perform routine maintenance repairs and projects as needed.
• Follow scheduled maintenance program.
• Respond to maintenance requests by residents and staff.
• Follow‑through on projects with little supervision.
• Perform manual tasks and carry out all given job–related instructions.
• Keep detailed reports of ongoing and completed projects.
• Perform other duties as requested.

• Prior experience in plumbing, electrical work, HVAC and/or floor care.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required.
• Must be available to work on‑call as needed.
• Able to make repairs inside and outside of building, basic carpentry, basic plumbing, replace light bulbs, filters, etc.
• Able to use basic maintenance tools such as hammer, pliers, screwdriver, drill, etc.
• Must have strong communication and organizational skills.

• Competitive Pay with experience‑based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site‑specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full‑Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Discounted meals
• Pet Insurance

Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.