Maintenance Assistant
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Skills
About the role
Description
The Fix-It Sidekick (a.k.a. The Helping Hands That Keep Everything Running!)
Are you handy with tools, enjoy fixing things, and love seeing a job well done? We’re looking for a dependable, hands-on team member to help keep our skilled nursing facility safe, comfortable, and looking its best. You don’t have to be a master plumber or electrical wizard—just bring practical skills, a willingness to learn, and a great attitude!
- Lend a Helping Hand. Assist the Maintenance Director with daily tasks, work orders, and preventive maintenance
- activities.
- Put Your Fix-It Skills to Work. Help with painting, patching, replacing bulbs, minor plumbing repairs, and other
- basic maintenance.
- Keep Things Looking Sharp. Help maintain resident rooms, hallways, common areas, and equipment in good
- condition.
- Show Our Grounds Some Love. Assist with mowing, trimming, landscaping, snow removal, and clearing entrances
- and walkways.
- Be an Extra Set of Eyes. Spot maintenance concerns or safety hazards and promptly report them to the
- Maintenance Director.
- Put Safety First. Follow proper safety practices, use tools correctly, and respect residents’ space and privacy.
- Be Ready for Anything. Help move furniture, set up spaces, organize supplies, and complete other assigned
- projects.
Requirements
- A Can-Do Attitude. You’re dependable, hardworking, and ready to jump in.
- Basic Fix-It Skills. You’re comfortable with common tools and general repairs, or eager to build those skills.
- Team Player Energy. You communicate well, follow directions, and value working together.
- An Eye for Detail. You notice the little things that help keep our building safe and welcoming.
- Respect for Residents. You understand that this facility is more than a workplace—it’s home to our residents.
EDUCATION AND REQUIREMENTS
The Must-Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- Valid Missouri driver’s license required.
- At least one (1) year of maintenance, general repair, or related experience preferred.
- Basic familiarity with hand tools, equipment, and general maintenance practices.
- Ability to follow directions, work safely, and lift or move up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable
- accommodation.
- Willingness to work indoors and outdoors in different weather conditions.
The Fine Print (Still Important!):
Offers of employment are contingent upon a successful background check and drug screen. We want to keep our residents safe, happy, and in good hands—you’re part of that promise.
Helia Healthcare, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We’re committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better we can serve our community.