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Maine Veterans' Home

Per Diem Maintenance Worker

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A Maintenance Helper or Assistant assists maintenance mechanics. Repairs and maintains equipment and machines, such as cars or heating systems. May assemble or adjust machines as directed by a head mechanic.

$43,684 / year median in Maine

+5% projected growth

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at Maine Veterans' Home in Augusta, Maine, United States Job Description Per Diem Maintenance Worker Augusta, ME (http://maps.google.com/maps?q=35+Heroes+Way+Augusta+ME+USA+04330-7060) Description Maine Veterans' Homes is seeking a dependable Per Diem Maintenance Worker to help maintain a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for our residents, staff, and visitors. About Maine Veterans' Homes Maine Veterans' Homes provides long-term care, skilled nursing, memory care, and residential care services to Veterans, their spouses, and Gold Star Parents. Our team members play an important role in ensuring our residents live in a well-maintained home where they feel respected, comfortable, and cared for. Position Summary The Per Diem Maintenance Worker performs a variety of general maintenance and repair duties throughout the facility and grounds. This position helps ensure that building systems, equipment, resident areas, common areas, and grounds are safe, functional, and well maintained. The ideal candidate is a dependable, hands-on problem solver who takes pride in maintaining a safe and comfortable environment and can respond effectively to routine maintenance needs as well as unexpected repairs. Schedule & Availability This is a per diem position with a flexible, as-needed schedule based on the needs of the facility. + May work up to three days per week, with the possibility of working additional days when facility needs require. + Must be available to work weekends and holidays as needed. + Must be available to work any shift, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. + Schedule may vary based on staffing and operational needs. Why Join Maine Veterans' Homes? + Meaningful work serving Maine's Veterans and their families + Competitive pay + Supportive, mission-driven team environment + Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our residents New Benefit Offered - Get Access to Your Pay Before Payday We believe taking care of our team is just as important as taking care of our residents. That's why we're proud to offer Tapcheck, a financial wellness benefit that allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before payday. Requirements + Minimum of two years of maintenance experience required. + General knowledge and experience with maintenance and repair functions, including basic carpentry, masonry, electrical work, plumbing, painting, groundskeeping, and custodial functions. + Ability to troubleshoot maintenance issues and perform routine repairs safely and effectively. + Experience working in a healthcare, long-term care, or similar environment is helpful. + Must possess and maintain a current and valid State of Maine driver's license. + Must be dependable, flexible, and able to respond to maintenance needs throughout the facility and grounds. + Must be available to work any shift, weekends, and holidays as needed. Our Mission Caring for Those Who Served. If you are a reliable, hands-on professional who takes pride in keeping a facility safe, functional, and welcoming, we encourage you to apply and become part of the Maine Veterans' Homes team in Augusta. Salary Description $24.40 to $25.26 Hourly To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account