Overview
The Maintenance Assistant provides assistance to the Environmental Director with maintenance and repairs to the physical structures of building and maintaining the grounds.
Shepherd of the Valley is a Christian not-for-profit corporation governed by the basic Christian values of compassion, respect, dignity, spirituality, integrity and quality. Working for Shepherd of the Valley is not just a job, it's a calling.
- Shepherd of the Valley provides 5-star treatment at our facilities.
- We are a healthcare community offering short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, long-term care, assisted living, independent living and home health services.
Maintenance Assistant Responsibilities
- Cuts the grass and trims weeds on the organization's property.
- Cleans the internal areas of the buildings, including buffing, dusting, sweeping and mopping.
- Washes the windows of the building.
- Empties trash cans and consolidates trash for weekly pick-up.
- Paints interior and exterior walls and trim.
- Repairs parking lot and sidewalk asphalt, cold patching materials and concrete.
- Operates snow removal equipment to maintain parking lots and sidewalks.
- Maintains and repairs the building's plumbing and electrical systems; including replacing worn or defective parts such as switches and fuses.
- Repairs or replaces building's bricks, stones and concrete.
- Assumes responsibility for supervision of the department in the absence of the environmental director.
- This position involves being on-call.
Requirements
- One year certificate from college or technical school; or 3-6 months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and training.
- Must have a background in electrical, plumbing, roofing, and carpentry.
- Good organizational skills required.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a good driving record.
As a Shepherd employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. we offer full medical, dental and vision coverage as well as paid holidays (for those who qualify). We also offer a retirement plan and flexible spending accounts. Our employees also enjoy discounts at local businesses, direct deposit, annual increases and free CPR/First Aide certification.