Skilled Maintenance Assistant

Job Description

Skilled Maintenance Assistant

Rate: $17.50 - $20.01/hour (depending on experience)

Shift: Part-Time

Schedule: 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

Part-time