Mercy Retirement and Care Center - FT Maintenance Assistant

The shift for this role pays $22 to $28 per hour DOE

Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of older adults?

Mercy Retirement & Care Center has been at the forefront of senior care for more than 150 years. Situated on our lush campus in Oakland, we provide assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to meet a variety of healthcare needs. We provide exceptional, person-centered care that enhances the quality of life for our residents.

Our Culture of Excellence is built on a foundation of respect, integrity, and a commitment to the well-being of both our residents and our team members. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where innovation and compassion drive everything we do. 

Are you looking for a maintenance role in a relaxed environment that offers great pay, benefits, flexibility, and the opportunity to grow? Look no further! We have a fantastic opportunity for a Maintenance Assistant to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity to grow your career in a growing industry dedicated to our residents and your success!

Our Maintenance Assistants: 

• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include, plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.


• Prepare and organizes materials and equipment before starting a task


• Report equipment/items to supervisor that need repair immediately


• Responds to occasional building emergencies as needed by the supervisor


• Report all incidents/accidents to supervisor.


• Perform daily rounds and check of various systems as assigned, including related record keeping


• Other duties as assigned

What you need to succeed:

• Must be at least eighteen years of age with the ability to read, write and speak English


• Formal training in vocational school or trade apprenticeship program


• A minimum of 1 years building maintenance work experience


• Must be knowledgeable in all construction trades

Physical Requirements Include:

• Ability to work in different physical positions to complete tasks, while providing a variety of physically demanding maintenance-related tasks inside and outside the building


• Must have good manual dexterity and the ability to work with tools and equipment


• May need to occasionally lift up to 50lbs.