Maintenance Assistant - Full-Time
Volunteers of America - National Services

Come join our awesome team as a Maintenance Assistant at Gulf Coast Village. NEW RATES $16.75 to $18.00.

Gulf Coast Village is part of Volunteers of America National Services which serves as the Housing and Healthcare affiliate of the Volunteers of America parent organization.

Maintenance Assistant Job Highlights:

• 403(b) Retirement Plan;
• Career scholarships;
• Quality training, continuing career education and leadership programs;
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Holiday & Sick Days)

About the job: The Maintenance Assistant assists the Engineering Supervisor in maintaining all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, and equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Under the direction of the Engineering Supervisor, performs routine maintenance duties to complete all service requests for repair and maintenance of all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, and equipment in a timely and cost-efficient and safe manner.
• Assists in the execution of preventative maintenance program.
• Communicates with the Supervisor for needed technical advice, product information, and research and quality assurance guidance.
• Advises the Supervisor of the overall condition of the equipment and furnishings of the community.
• Assists with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures which includes the mandatory recall of A/B Team Members in a true emergency; ex., Hurricane, Flood, etc.
• Interacts with residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
• Performs security duties as needed.

Required Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Must have basic technical knowledge and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
• Able to meet the requirements identified in the Essential Functions.
• Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.
• Ability to pass drug, criminal and employment screenings.

Preferred Skills:

• Effective communicator with staff, residents and outside contractors.
• Ability to prioritize duties.

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.

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