Skilled Maintenance Assistant

Pay or shift range: $17.50 USD to $20.01 USD

The estimated range is the budgeted amount for this position. Final offers are based on various factors, including skill set, experience, location, shift, benefit selection or other job-related reasons.

Description

Skilled Maintenance AssistantRate: $17.50 - $20.01/hour (depending on experience)Shift: Part-TimeSchedule: 11 pm - 7 am, 3 days/week, every other weekend

Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is looking to add a Skilled Maintenance Assistant to its team. In this role, you’ll help maintain a safe, clean, and secure environment for residents, visitors, and staff by performing preventative maintenance, repairs, facility upkeep, and safety inspections. If you're mechanically inclined and enjoy hands-on work, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

Located in Dunkirk, NY, Chautauqua Nursing & Rehabilitation Center is proud to be part of The McGuire Group, a recognized leader in skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care services throughout New York State. As a CMS 5-Star rated facility, Chautauqua is recognized for its commitment to quality care and clinical excellence. Our team members enjoy a close-knit, supportive environment where compassion, teamwork, and professional growth are valued. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a meaningful difference in the lives of residents every day.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment, including patient lifts, oxygen concentrators, suction machines, laundry equipment, wheelchairs, coolers/freezers, and other mechanical systems

• Complete building repairs, including painting, drywall, plumbing, electrical work, ceiling tile replacement, and window or screen repairs

• Perform floor and carpet care using proper equipment and procedures

• Conduct generator testing, fire drills, fire extinguisher inspections, water temperature checks, and safety inspections

• Respond to maintenance requests and complete work orders in a timely manner

• Assist with facility security, grounds maintenance, snow removal, salting, trash removal, and linen collection

• Perform basic mechanical repairs and preventative maintenance on equipment, washers, dryers, and HVAC components

• Transport staff using facility vehicles when assigned, ensuring compliance with all NYS motor vehicle regulations

• Maintain a safe, organized work environment and promptly report maintenance concerns and safety hazards

• Attend department meetings and perform additional duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent; Associate's Degree preferred

• Minimum experience requirement: 1 year of experience in a maintenance position; 2 years of maintenance experience in a residential building preferred

• Valid NYS Driver's License required

• Working knowledge of residential or light commercial electrical systems and circuits

• Skills in painting, drywall repair, wallpaper installation, and basic carpentry

• Basic mechanical and HVAC maintenance knowledge

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities

• Ability to climb ladders and work on rooftops when necessary

• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities

• Strong communication, teamwork, and customer service skills

• Professional, dependable, and safety-focused approach to work

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) for Full-Time and Part-Time

• Weekly or Same-Day Pay Options

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Life Insurance

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Retirement Saving Options

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

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