Maintenance Assistant

About the position

Ayden Healthcare of Waterville is seeking a full-time Maintenance Assistant to join their team. The role involves inspecting equipment, performing basic repairs, and conducting preventative maintenance to ensure the facility operates smoothly. The ideal candidate will have experience in maintenance, particularly in a long-term care setting, and be skilled in using various hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Conducting routine inspections of premises and equipment.
• Performing preventative maintenance.
• Handling basic repairs and maintenance.
• Overseeing contractors when professional repairs are necessary.
• Diagnosing mechanical issues and correcting them.
• Repairing machines, equipment, or structures as necessary.

Requirements

• Proven maintenance experience.
• Must have long-term care experience.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Related degree from a technical college.
• Skilled in the use of hand and power tools.
• Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.
• Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.
• Ability to use common tools such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches.
• Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices.
• Experience performing routine maintenance.
• Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
• Eye for detail.
• Professional presentation and attitude.
• Ability to maintain focus while working individually.
• Strong time management skills.