Maintenance Assistant-Brown County Health And Living

Maintenance Assistant Wanted at CarDon - Why Choose CarDon?
We're dedicated to supporting your goals both personally and professionally. If you're looking to elevate your career, we provide real opportunities to step into leadership roles and make a meaningful impact. With over 20 locations across Indiana, CarDon is seeking a Maintenance Assistant who is passionate about providing exceptional care and eager to grow with us.

Career Growth
Your professional development is a priority at CarDon. We're committed to promoting from within and supporting your advancement every step of the way. With tuition assistance and access to CarDon University, you'll have hundreds of educational videos and opportunities to build new skills. Interested in leadership? Our Leadership Acceleration Path (LeAP) is designed for associates ready to invest in their development and take the next step in their careers.

Great Pay & Benefits
Enjoy weekly pay (or daily, if you prefer), paid time off, and a comprehensive benefits package-including pet insurance for your furry family members and much more.

A Family-Oriented Team
As a family-owned organization, we treat our team members like our own. From team celebrations to ongoing support, we're here to help you succeed.

About the Role

The Maintenance Assistant plays a vital role in supporting the health and safety of residents by assisting with essential tasks. This position is responsible for ensuring a safe, sanitary, and attractive environment for residents and staff through a standardized program of preventative maintenance to ensure optimum performance and appearance of all buildings, grounds, systems and equipment. Ultimately, this position is integral to sustaining high standards of care and operational efficiency within the facility.

Job Responsibilities

• Help carry out the ongoing preventive maintenance program and schedule.
• Helps maintain kitchen, housekeeping, and laundry equipment, and heating and cooling units.
• Assists with miscellaneous repairs and upkeep of building structure, for example, hallways, walls, ceilings, floors, baseboards, door jambs, handrails, etc.
• Removes ice and snow from all exits during winter.
• Perform light maintenance duties such as stocking supplies, taking out trash, and cleaning/straightening equipment rooms, replacing filters, cleaning ventilation ducts, etc.
• Follows safety procedures for using solvents, cleaning chemicals, ladders, electrical tools and equipment, and for lifting and transporting supplies and equipment.
• Help with resident admissions and room changes, moving furniture or other items, helping residents hang pictures, etc.

Minimum Qualifications

• One to three months of related experience and/or training.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• One year of previous experience in a healthcare or assisted living environment.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.