Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

Be among the first applicants for this role at Rochester Rehab and Living Center, part of Volunteers of America National Services, a Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Maintenance Job Highlights:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan
• Career scholarships
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs
• Medical, Dental and Vision
• Net spend options
• Paid Time Off

Pay: $18.62 - $22.26 per hour based on prior experience

Schedule: Full Time

About the job: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for changing light bulbs, bathroom maintenance, and special projects at the facility to provide a safe, attractive, and orderly environment for the benefit, use, enjoyment, and protection of residents, staff, and visitors.

• Performs designated cleaning tasks and preventative maintenance services
• Sweeping, mopping, wet washing/shampooing, and vacuuming floors/carpets in ancillary service and common areas
• Stripping, waxing and polishing all floors following the facility floor covering maintenance schedule
• Washing walls, ceilings, and common area lighting fixtures
• Gathering, transporting, and disposing of trash
• Cleaning waste receptacles
• Informs supervisor of supply or equipment needs
• Keeps storage areas locked with supplies properly stored per established procedures
• Stores all germicides, pesticides, and other toxic substances clearly labeled and locked away when not in use

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written and oral instructions to identify chemicals and cleaning agents from their labels and understand directions for use
• Willingness and ability to perform routine, repetitive tasks with frequent interruptions
• Minimum of two (2) years prior building maintenance experience desired
• Some knowledge of state building, plumbing, and electrical codes and local ordinances
• Ability to understand technical manuals used to install and repair machinery and equipment
• Coordination and dexterity needed to handle tools and equipment parts
• Must be capable of making decisions in an emergency
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing, and documentation
• Ability and willingness to work flexible hours, such as during an emergency or on-call situation

• Experience in the healthcare industry

Come join our team, and learn why Volunteers of America National Services has been certified as a Great Place to Work for 7 years running. This is not “just a job”. Take pride in helping others and join us today! At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging, and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organizations’ shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.