Grounds Maintenance Assistant

Description

Title: Grounds Maintenance Assistant

Department: Maintenance
Location: Symphony Care Network
Status: Full Time

We are seeking a reliable, detail-oriented Grounds Maintenance Assistant Technician to join our skilled nursing facility team. In this role, you will be responsible for maintaining a safe, clean, and fully functional environment for residents, staff, and visitors. Duties include routine maintenance, repairs, preventative upkeep, and responding promptly to maintenance requests to ensure the facility operates smoothly.

What sets us apart is how we treat people. We believe in creating a supportive, family-like environment for everyone—residents, visitors, and employees alike. When you join our team, you’re not just taking a job—you’re becoming part of a community that values respect, teamwork, and care. Here, your work matters, and you’ll be supported every step of the way.

Symphony of Linden is a beautiful and proud skilled nursing and assisted living community, and we are looking for a compassionate and driven Maintenance Assistant to help us provide the outstanding customer service and care that Symphony Network is known for. We value the contributions of every care provider and team members, and we’re dedicated to creating a positive, productive and professional environment where all are empowered to grow and thrive.

Job Summary: The Grounds Maintenance Assistant is responsible for taking direction from the Maintenance Supervisor in general maintenance and repair of the building and grounds. This position works directly with other members of the maintenance team to ensure the building is kept clean and free of hazards. This position reports to the Maintenance Supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Inspect the facility on a regular basis to ensure the grounds, facility and equipment are maintained according to the facility policies and procedures
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plastering and mechanical repairs
• Maintain the grounds, facility, and equipment in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with current applicable federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations.
• Maintenance Assistant assists in maintaining a clean, comfortable and safe environment.
• All-seasons maintenance required on the grounds – different outside duties will be required given the season of the year.

Employment Requirements:

• At least 2 years’ experience in a maintenance department/position
• Experience in a healthcare facility would be advantageous but not required
• Reliable and Prompt
• Ability to work and be on-call every other weekend