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As a Maintenance Assistant at Senior Lifestyle, your key responsibilities include completing work orders, conducting repairs, and preparing apartments for new residents. You'll work on plumbing, electrical tasks, and carpentry, along with handling painting and landscaping tasks. In essence, you are responsible for creating a safe and pleasant living environment.

To be considered for the Maintenance Assistant role at Senior Lifestyle, candidates should possess a high school diploma or equivalent. Although carpet cleaning experience is required, a general mechanical or electrical knowledge and a basic understanding of plumbing and carpentry are preferred. Additionally, proficiency with hand and power tools is essential for this position.

The pay range for a Maintenance Assistant at Senior Lifestyle in Victor, NY, is competitive, starting from $17 up to $19 per hour, depending on experience and qualifications. This ensures that the role is both rewarding and financially sustainable for our dedicated team members.

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible Maintenance Assistants, which includes health, dental, and vision insurance, as well as retirement benefits, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and generous paid time off. We also provide access to DailyPay, allowing access to earned wages before payday.

Important skills for a Maintenance Assistant at Senior Lifestyle include strong problem-solving abilities, good communication skills, attention to detail, and physical stamina. You'll also need to be self-motivated and able to adapt to changing priorities while managing multiple tasks effectively.

It's great to provide examples of any past maintenance duties you've handled, such as plumbing repairs, electrical work, or carpentry projects. Be specific about your role and the outcomes of your efforts to show how you maintain a safe and functional environment.

Discuss your approach to organizing tasks by urgency and importance. Mention tools or techniques you’ve used, such as making to-do lists or adopting scheduling software, that have helped you manage competing priorities effectively.

Explain your commitment to safety by discussing protocols such as wearing protective equipment, adhering to guidelines, and reporting any unsafe conditions. It’s essential to highlight any training you've received in this area.

Focus on your ability to quickly assess situations, prioritize urgent tasks, and communicate effectively with both team members and residents. Share an example if you've successfully handled an urgent request in the past.

List tools relevant to maintenance tasks, such as hand tools or power tools, and give examples of how you've used them in previous roles. Mention your comfort level with both basic and specialized equipment.

Share a specific story where your troubleshooting abilities led to a successful resolution. Explain the problem, actions you took, and the end result to demonstrate your problem-solving and analytical skills.

Talk about your attention to detail and how you check your work for completeness and functionality. Mention any systematic approaches you take to ensure you're meeting high standards consistently.

Use this opportunity to express your passion for helping others and keeping environments safe and comfortable. Share specific aspects that motivate you, such as the variety of tasks or opportunities for problem-solving.

Discuss your collaborative approach and how you communicate effectively with team members. Give an example of a successful team project and your contribution to show your ability to work well with others.

Be honest about challenges you’ve faced but focus on your proactive approach to overcoming them. Discuss how you seek help, research solutions, or adapt your methods to address difficulties effectively.