Maintenance Assistant​/Grounds Keeper - Senior Living

Overview

Maintenance Assistant / Groundskeeper — Status:
Full-Time.

Schedule:

Tuesday - Saturday; 9am - 5pm. Wage: $17-19/hour.

Location:

Ovation Heartwood; 470 Maxwell Plaza;
Omaha, NE 68154.

We are seeking a Building / Maintenance Assistant to help ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained environment for our residents and staff. Responsibilities include performing routine maintenance, repairs, and assisting with facility upkeep. Ideal candidates have basic maintenance skills, the ability to troubleshoot issues, and a commitment to safety and compliance.

This position will support building upkeep projects with a strong focus on painting, touch-ups, and cosmetic repairs throughout the community.

• Health Insurance:
  Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan:
  After 90 days of employment, with matching program.
• Paid Time Off (PTO):
  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:
  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development:
  Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.

• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc. such as cutting, trimming, sweeping and cleaning.
• Work may also include: painting, plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry and mechanical.
• Replace bulbs, clean windows and assist others in lifting heavy equipment and supplies.
• Coordinate daily maintenance services with your Maintenance Director when performing routine assignments in resident living areas.
• Ensure that the facility and its equipment are properly maintained for resident comfort and convenience.
• Create and uphold an atmosphere of warmth, patience, enthusiasm, and a calm and cheerful environment.

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 year of maintenance supervisory experience.
• At least 1 year of grounds keeping / landscaping experience
• Knowledgeable of maintenance practices, procedures, building codes and safety regulations.
• Familiar with maintenance of a building such as a nursing home, apartment complex or business facility.
• Able to minimize waste of supplies and misuse of equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality of all resident care information in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Must speak, read, and write English fluently
• Must have an active CPR/BLS certification

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify