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Posted August 22, 2026

Maintenance Assistant

The Orchards at Samaritan
Detroit, MI, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Director

The Orchards Samaritan located in Detroit, MI 48213 is currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant to join our team.

Maintenance Assistant Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assure that all defective machines, equipment, and appliances are repaired or replaced

  • See that grounds and facility are kept safe, neat, and orderly

  • Assist with conducting monthly fire drills

  • Organize, maintain, and store all department-specific supplies and equipment

  • Inventory, identify and help store resident’s personal possessions on an ongoing basis

  • Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, etc. related to the Maintenance Department

  • Make sure all maintenance work meets quality standards

  • Follow planned program of preventive maintenance as guided by the Maintenance Director

Maintenance Assistant Qualifications and Skills:

  • Minimum of a high school diploma or completed a GED program as well as computer knowledge/skills

  • At least three years of maintenance related experience and basic knowledge in carpentry, painting, plumbing, and lawn care

  • Must be available on call for urgent facility needs

Maintenance Assistant Benefits:

  • Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Life Insurance

  • Long-Term and Short-Term Disability

  • Vacation and Paid Sick Time

  • 401K

  • Tuition Reimbursement

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