Maintenance Assistant | Part Time

8350 Mountain Larkspur Drive, Lorton, Virginia 22079

Job Description

The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director.The Maintenance Assistant performs semi-skilled manual tasks related to the maintenance and repair of the building and grounds, equipment, and appliances as delegated by the Maintenance Director. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Safely operate tools and machines commonly used in the maintenance/building trade • Order materials as directed-place and receive phone calls • Make repairs to building, equipment, and appliances as directed, • Disassemble and move furniture throughout the community • Check community maintenance logs/work orders to ensure prompt response to maintenance requests • Perform preventative maintenance schedule as directed • Prepare and paint surfaces in the community • Maintain exterior grounds, which may include assisting with shoveling, landscaping, and trash collection and removal • Perform basic electrical work, including changing light bulbs in the community • Transport residents safely in community vehicle to appointments • Assist with community vehicle maintenance schedule as directed • Assist maintenance director with conducting resident safety drills • All other duties as assigned

Requirements: • Must have High School Diploma or GED • Two years previous experience working in a maintenance position. • Must be knowledgeable regarding practices and materials used in building maintenance • Must be detail oriented and have strong organizational skills to ensure completion of tasks • Ability to understand verbal and written instructions • Ability to complete assignments thoroughly and on time • Ability to work well with others as part of a team • Polite and courteous to all residents, visitors, co-workers and management team • Maintain resident confidentiality at all times • Must be able to stand, walk, kneel, bend, grasp, push and pull for extended periods of time • Must be able to lift 50 lbs and carry heavy objects for up to 50 feet • Complete all required in-services in a timely manner and attend mandatory staff meetings • Must be willing to work a flexible schedule that includes weekends and holidays

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