Facility: Sylva Valley Health & Rehab (Skilled Nursing Facility)
Job Type: Full-Time (Part-Time considered)
Schedule: Weekdays with rotating on-call/weekends as needed (discussed during interview)
Sylva Valley Health & Rehab is hiring a Maintenance Assistant to help keep our building safe, clean, and running smoothly for residents and staff. This is a hands-on role for someone who is dependable, takes pride in their work, and can handle a variety of repairs and preventative maintenance tasks.
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Competitive pay (based on experience)
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Steady work and supportive team environment
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Vacation time + Sick time (per eligibility)
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Training and opportunities to learn additional facility systems
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Assist with preventative maintenance and routine building rounds
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Perform basic repairs (drywall, painting, flooring, doors/locks, fixtures, minor plumbing)
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Help with simple electrical tasks (changing ballasts/bulbs, outlets/switch plates—within scope)
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Support HVAC upkeep (filters, basic troubleshooting; escalate major issues)
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Respond to work orders promptly and communicate status updates
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Maintain grounds as needed (trash removal, basic landscaping support)
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Move furniture/equipment and help set up rooms/areas as needed
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Follow safety standards (PPE, ladders, lockout/tagout as applicable) and infection control
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Support emergency preparedness tasks and participate in on-call rotation (if required)
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Prior maintenance, facilities, construction, or handyman experience preferred
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Ability to use hand/power tools safely
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Reliable attendance and strong work ethic
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Good communication and customer-service mindset (you’ll work around residents)
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Ability to lift/move items and work on your feet
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Experience in healthcare, SNF, or regulated environments
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Basic knowledge of life safety expectations (fire doors, exits, alarms—training provided)
Apply online: tinyurl.com/sylvavalley
