Maintenance Assistant

Description

The Maintenance Assistant supports the Pinehurst Surgical Clinic Facilities team by performing general maintenance tasks, occasional cleaning duties, and assisting with vendor oversight. This role is responsible for responding to staff requests, completing routine repairs, maintaining both indoor and outdoor areas, and participating in required training, safety programs, and staff meetings.

The ideal candidate is hard‑working, reliable, and safety‑minded, with strong hand–eye coordination, the ability to work in elevated areas, and the capability to lift heavy objects as needed. The Maintenance Assistant must be able to safely operate hand and power tools and demonstrate excellent problem‑solving and time management skills.

This position will work in both the Pinehurst and Southern Pines locations.

• Complete minor repairs on doors, locks, door frames and handles
• Replace light bulbs, sockets, switches and ceiling tiles
• Perform minor wall repairs, painting, and wallpaper touch‑ups
• Hang pictures and other items to specifications
• Complete basic plumbing tasks such as unclogging drains, fixing leaky faucets and toilets and adjusting plumbing hardware
• Complete indoor/outdoor maintenance including debris removal, power washing as needed, adjustment of car barriers, snow/ice removal and salt application and basic pest control tasks
• Occasional cleaning duties to include sweeping, dusting, mopping, vacuuming, window cleaning and trash removal

• Monitoring maintenance supply inventory & notifying the manager of low or depleted items
• Ensuring maintenance equipment is kept in good working condition
• Responding promptly to emergency repair and clean‑up requests
• Following all safety and health regulations
• Performing other duties as assigned

• Strong problem‑solving skills
• Excellent time management
• Effective communication skills

• High school diploma or GED
• Working knowledge of basic HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, furniture assembly, and electrical wiring
• Proven general maintenance experience
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, and cleaning equipment
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, work in elevated areas, and lift heavy objects
• Good hand–eye coordination
• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to satellite offices
• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating instructions, manuals, and other documents