Maintenance Assistant – Full-Time

About this role

The Lakewood Courtyard | Lakewood, NJ

Lakewood, NJ 08701

Pay: $22.00-$26.00 per hour | On-site

Welcome to the Family!

At The Lakewood Courtyard, we believe in creating a warm, welcoming environment where residents and team members feel supported and valued.

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Maintenance Assistant to help keep our community safe, comfortable, and well maintained. Under the direction of the Maintenance Services Director, you will assist with building repairs, equipment maintenance, and grounds upkeep.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and minor repairs, including light electrical work, carpentry, plumbing, and HVAC-related tasks within your skills and training.
• Assist with drywall repairs, painting, and routine building upkeep.
• Maintain the interior and exterior of the community in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.
• Perform minor repairs to appliances, office equipment, maintenance equipment, and grounds equipment.
• Assist with maintaining safe building entrances, walkways, and grounds during inclement weather, including snow removal, salting, and shoveling.
• Help address weather-related concerns, such as water intrusion and frozen or burst pipes.
• Store supplies, chemicals, tools, and equipment safely and properly.
• Carry a cell phone and provide on-call support as required by the Maintenance Services Director or Executive Director.
• Communicate maintenance concerns promptly and work with the team to complete repairs.

Qualifications

• General handyman skills with working knowledge of at least two trades, such as light electrical, carpentry, HVAC, or plumbing.
• Ability to use common maintenance tools and equipment safely.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• A friendly, professional approach when interacting with residents, visitors, and staff.
• Dependability and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Availability for on-call needs and weather-related maintenance as required.
• Why Join Us?
• As part of the Spring Oak family, we offer a supportive work environment where your contributions help make a difference in residents’ daily lives.
• Benefits include:
• 401(k)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Apply today to join The Lakewood Courtyard team!