Senior Living Maintenance Assistant

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Are you passionate about working with seniors? Are you dedicated to supporting senior residents on their wellness journey to ensure they are provided with an atmosphere that values individualism and dignity? If so, we have a perfect opportunity for you at Sunshine Villa, a Merrill Gardens Community
. The role involves assisting residents within our beautiful community as a Maintenance Assistant
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We are looking for a compassionate, caring, responsible, and honest individual who genuinely loves working with the senior population. Please APPLY TODAY!

$20.00/hr - $28.00/hr

• Highly competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance)
• Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid time off – 7 holidays and 11 vacation days
• Free daily meal every shift
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth
• Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability insurance
• Pet insurance and team member discounts
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement

• Free daily meal every shift
• 401(k) with company match and immediate vesting
• Company‑paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement for career growth
• Pet insurance and team member discounts
• Advance Pay benefit – access wages before payday
• A stable, growing company with opportunities for advancement

• Perform general maintenance projects, including installations and repairs involving plumbing, electrical equipment, fire and sprinkler equipment, HVAC, landscaping, carpentry, painting, and equipment repair
• Understand and have knowledge of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Maintain and repair walls, floor coverings, doors, windows, furniture, and woodwork in common areas
• Basic prep and painting abilities
• Repair and maintain vacated rooms in a timely manner, including painting walls and cleaning carpets
• Handle all in‑house plumbing, e.g., sinks, toilets, and bathtubs
• Perform minor electrical work, e.g., light switches, wall outlets, and garbage disposals
• Paint all apartments and common areas
• Repair, clean, and maintain all carpet, floor coverings, and furniture
• Complete all work orders in a timely manner while noting any other work completed at the location
• Document safety issues and physical plant deficiencies per local, county, state, and federal guidelines
• Assist with preventative maintenance and cleaning of community vehicles (buses, cars, vans)
• Assist with training and development of safety procedures and hazard communications
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Maintenance Supervisor, Regional Maintenance Supervisor, or General Manager
• Respond immediately and appropriately to all accidents and emergencies based on established protocols

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred (must be at least 18 years of age)
• 1–3 years of related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of building maintenance, electrical, mechanical, painting, plumbing, floor care, heating, and HVAC skills
• Preferred knowledge of fire suppression & irrigation systems
• Preferred motor vehicle maintenance ability
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as necessary

Actual pay rate within the stated pay range is determined based on relevant factors in compliance with state and local wage laws.

This role involves frequent standing, walking, lifting (up to 90 lbs), pushing/pulling, and other physical activities. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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