Find & Apply For Maintenance Helper / Assistant Jobs in Costa Mesa, California

About Vivante Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care:

Vivante Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care is an award-winning brand of assisted living and memory care communities created with the goal of providing seniors with the most luxurious retirement living possible. Vivante is locally owned and dedicated to providing the best possible experience for our residents, their families and our team members, which are represented in the three rings of our logo. We are currently seeking a reliable Maintenance Assistant to focus on creating a positive experience for all residents and family members by providing outstanding teamwork and customer service. About the

Maintenance Assistant Position:

We are looking for a kind, dependable Maintenance Assistant to work with our team to clean and maintain the community. The ideal candidate is patient and reliable with the ability to collaborate and work effectively with a team of people. This position is a fast-paced physical environment that requires efficient time management, excellent communication and an ability to multi-task effectively.

Some Maintenance Assistant Responsibilities:

• Clean entire common area of the property to assure the building and grounds are clean at all times.
• Keep work and assigned areas free of hazardous objects such as protruding mop and broom handles, unnecessary equipment, supplies, etc.
• Be aware of Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) as relates to job duties and follow all necessary precautions.
• Clean up job site after work is completed.
• Familiar with list of emergency vendors and their phone numbers in case of absence, so tother personnel can have repairs performed and completed.
• In absence of Maintenance Director, be able to analyze, prioritize and ensure that needed repairs are completed in a timely manner.

ELECTRICAL DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching involving troubleshooting, identifying problems and obtaining materials to fully repair all electrical difficulties to include but not limited to: wall switches, interior/exterior lighting, cover plates, receptacles, loose wiring, resident call systems, control devices, laundry and kitchen equipment.

STRUCTURAL DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering and installing cabinets for remodeling of apartments. Performing all carpentry duties such as repairing or replacing sheet rock, plywood and/or structural materials. Repairing resident furniture.

PAINTING DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching to include but not limited to planning, ordering, and performing all painting requirements (interior/exterior) of the entire complex. Work to be completed in a timely and professional manner. Properly dispose of materials (paint thinner, lacquer, etc.) ensuring compliance with local state and federal EPA guidelines.

PLUMBING DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering and performing minor plumbing problems to include but not limited to repairing faucets, showers, drains, and any other type of plumbing related problem.

GROUNDS DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding planning, ordering and performing grounds related tasks to include but not limited to: cutting, edging and fertilizing all lawn areas; pruning and fertilizing trees. Maintaining pool and spa to include but not limited to taking and recording daily readings insuring compliance with all local, state and federal requirements. Determine/add proper amounts of chemicals required. Performing minor repairs to either pool, spa or equipment to ensure it is fully operational.

HVAC DUTIES

Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching regarding troubleshooting, identifying problem and obtaining materials to fully repair minor HVAC difficulties to include but not limited to: T-stats, heating elements, resistors, fuses, circuit breakers, low on freon, filters, etc.

• Must be knowledgeable and capable of self-teaching to properly use power tools, test equipment, gardening equipment, and augers {portable/hand/electrical).
• Must avoid personal injury and equipment damage.
• Must be knowledgeable of and follow through on all Preventative Maintenance schedules. Record actions on Preventive Maintenance forms indicating completion or any future repairs that may be needed.
• Flexibility to remain on-call 24 hours per day, including evenings and weekends to respond to emergencies, if needed.
• Per State of California regulations, as a "mandated reporter" you must report all known or suspected incidents of resident abuse of dependent adults or elders.

Some Qualifications Include:

• Pre-employment screenings which may include Livescan Fingerprint clearance as required by government regulations, physical, drug screening and TB test.
• Ability to work patiently with cognitively impaired individuals.
• Ability to follow oral and written directions

Vivante Additional Incentives:

Vivante as an employer stands out in senior living by offering highly unique, resort-style associate perks. Their approach to appreciating staff includes:

• Complimentary 5-

Star Meals :

Instead of traditional cafeteria food, associates enjoy free, chef-prepared meals from the luxury on-site restaurant during their shifts.

• A comprehensive benefit package is available for eligible employees including health, dental, vision, 401(k), 401(k) discretionary matching, paid time off
• Extensive associate discount program
• Employee assistance program
• Celebration of associate achievements at monthly All Staff Meetings where we show appreciation to our associates for their hard work, dedication and phenomenal customer service with Excellence in Service Awards, Associate of the Month, multiple raffles and rewards for participation.
• Referral bonus programs Equal Opportunity Employer Vivante Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care offers a fair, comfortable work environment, competitive salary with health benefits (for regular, full-time employees) and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay:

$26.00 - $30.42 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person