Maintenance Assistant

The Preserve at Meridian
  • Meridian, Mississippi
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    Claiborne Senior is seeking a reliable and hands-on Maintenance Assistant to support the daily upkeep, safety, and appearance of our senior living community.

    In senior living, maintenance is about more than repairs — it’s about ensuring residents feel safe, comfortable, and at home. If you take ownership of your work, act with integrity, remain focused on details, and believe our culture matters, we’d love to meet you.

    Why You’ll Love This Role

    • Make a visible impact on residents’ comfort and safety
    • Work alongside an experienced Maintenance Director
    • Be part of a supportive, team-focused environment
    • Opportunities for growth and advancement
    • Double time pay on major holidays
    • Employee referral rewards

    What You’ll Do

    • Assist with routine maintenance and repair of building systems
    • Support preventative maintenance programs
    • Perform minor plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks
    • Complete work orders in a timely and professional manner
    • Maintain grounds, common areas, and equipment
    • Follow safety and OSHA guidelines
    • Assist with emergency repairs as needed
    • Help maintain organized maintenance records

    What We’re Looking For

    • High school diploma or GED
    • 1–3 years of maintenance or facilities experience preferred
    • Basic knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical)
    • Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
    • Dependable and able to work independently
    • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physical tasks
    • Willingness to be flexible for occasional emergency response needs

    Benefits

    • Double time pay on major holidays
    • Free employee meals
    • Up to $1,000 employee referral bonus (no limit)
    • Full-time benefits include medical, dental, vision, PTO, life insurance, disability, and EAP

    Claiborne Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all qualified individuals are considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationMeridian, Mississippi

    Skills

    • Building Systemsunmatched
    • Carpentryunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Electricityunmatched
    • Emergency Responseunmatched
    • Groundskeepingunmatched
    • HVACunmatched
    • High School Diplomaunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Maintenance Servicesunmatched
    • OSHAunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Plumbingunmatched
    • Preventative Maintenanceunmatched
    • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
    • Record Keepingunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched

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