Maintenance Assistant

Maintenance Assistant

MediLodge is proud to have received the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association!

Are you looking for a rewarding career and a stable company to call home? MediLodge of Plymouth maintenance assistants often come to us with some building maintenance experience and a huge heart for serving the elderly population. Duties of the maintenance assistant may include, but are not limited to: painting, carpentry, concrete and masonry projects, routine repair and maintenance of building and equipment, and grounds keeping.

Why Choose MediLodge? No matter where you reside or consider relocating to, we are the largest provider of skilled nursing long-term care and short-term rehabilitation services with 50 centers located throughout Michigan.

Healthcare and Specialty Benefits:

• Effective 2024 we are pleased to offer our full-time employees a variety of medical coverage options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Affordable Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, and Vision insurance benefits through leading insurance providers to meet your healthcare needs and preferences for you and your family.
• If you are paid hourly and are employed with us for 60-days or more, you may be eligible for choosing up to two of the following: Reduced Health Insurance, Childcare Reimbursement, Transportation Reimbursement, or Non-Perishable Food Program
• We know your pet is family too! Three Pet Insurance options available to choose from.
• We provide an intercompany Employee Benefits Concierge to assist you in navigating and maximizing your benefits, should you have any questions.
• Flexible pay options; get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly with pay advances through UKG Wallet
• Company paid vacation days with rollover option and sick time.
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexibility in scheduling; ask us what options are available.
• Excellent career advancement opportunities
• Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment programs
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• 401K retirement program
• Health Saving Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA.
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses and more!

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

• One year experience in building maintenance.

Job Functions:

• Performs routine maintenance and repair required to keep the building and equipment in good working order.
• Monitors building and equipment renovations, remodeling or replacement projects done by contractors.
• Under supervision, maintains and repairs HVAC, refrigerators, boilers, washers and dryers, and other equipment.
• Participates in painting, redecorating, carpentry, concrete and masonry projects.
• Conducts and documents routine inspection of fire control equipment and sprinkler systems.
• Maintains weekly facility log of domestic hot water temperature, generator checklist, monthly fire alarm system testing and sprinkler pressure, for survey and safety compliance.
• Coordinates/documents monthly fire drills.
• Inspects grounds and cuts grass, trims, and takes other appropriate action.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledge of building codes and rules and regulation regarding the operation of plant equipment.
• Knowledge of HVAC, plumbing and electrical systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA and other safety requirements.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents and their family members, and at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to operate mowing equipment.