Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time)

Monarch Communities

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Paramus, NJ, us on site Until 9/7/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 9, 2026 Last posted July 9, 2026
Job description

Monarch/Brandywine Senior Living

Company Culture and Values: At Monarch Communities, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Reports To

The Maintenance Assistant will report to the Maintenance Director.  The Maintenance Assistant position is a non-exempt, hourly position.

Salary Range: $18.00  Hourly

Job Overview

Aids in maintaining the community to be a safe, clean, and comfortable environment by conducting routine maintenance and repairs inside and outside the community, installing and servicing equipment, and preparing apartments for resident move-ins.

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Interacts and engages with residents with respect and confidentiality
  • Responds to maintenance service requests from residents and staff; performs required work or advises supervisor of additional resources needed to complete the job
  • Performs general maintenance work (light electrical, painting, carpentry, etc.)
  • Continuously monitors all areas of the building, grounds, and equipment to ensure they are properly maintained
  • Performs a variety of routine maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs, and general upkeep tasks throughout the community
  • Ensures proper handling, storage, and maintenance of potentially dangerous chemicals and equipment; maintains proper documentation and SDS logs as required by OSHA.
  • Maintains updated knowledge of the Emergency Preparedness Plan
  • Assists Maintenance Director with monthly Emergency Drills
  • Assist with evacuating residents in the event of an emergency

 

Qualifications

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 1 year hands-on maintenance or related experience
  • Knowledgeable of maintenance and housekeeping practices and procedures, as well as the laws, regulations and guidelines governing maintenance functions in the community
  • Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Physical Abilities

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
  • An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Flexible Schedule
  • On the job training
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Parking

 

Other Compensation Programs:

  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Resident Referral Bonus

 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Compensation (from employer):
Up to 18 USD

About this role

Summary

Assist in maintaining community safety and comfort through routine repairs and upkeep.

Job title

Maintenance Assistant (Part-Time)

Experience level

1+ years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Paramus, NJ, US; remote not allowed

Salary

$0k+

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

maintenancecustomer serviceOSHAMicrosoft Office

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

general maintenancerepairelectricalcarpentry
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Paramus, NJ 07652, USA

On-site City