Facility Operations Assistant/Transportation Driver

Hillsborough, NC

Discovery Senior Living is now the 9th largest senior housing operator with the addition of our new division TerraBella Senior Living.  We have tremendous opportunities for proven leaders to join in our success.  

TerraBella Senior Living is looking for a Facility Operations Assistant to join our community, TerraBella Hillsborough.

Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for assisting with maintaining a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the residents, guests and team members.
  • Performs routine maintenance duties to complete all service requests for repair and maintenance of all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, equipment and vehicles in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
    • Routine maintenance duties may include: fixing wall and/or floor coverings; repairing furniture and fixtures; performing basic plumbing work; performing minor electrical repairs; repairing appliances; painting and refurbishing projects.
  • Assists in the execution of the preventative maintenance program.
  • Assists with working on heating and air conditioning systems, domestic water systems and pumps, refrigeration systems, motors, fans, electrical systems and emergency generators.
  • Performs carpet and hard surface floor maintenance.
  • Performs deep cleaning and resident suite ‘make ready’ rooms as assigned.
  • Assists with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures.

Transportation Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for providing timely and courteous transportation for the residents to and from various activities while providing quality service. 
  • Assists disabled passengers into and out of vehicle.
  • Secures passengers' wheelchairs to restraining devices to stabilize wheelchairs during trip.
  • Safely operates radio, cell phone or pager to communicate with base station or other vehicles to report disruption of service.
  • Maintains all community vehicles in good working condition.
  • Cleans and services vehicle with fuel, lubricants, and accessories.
  • Assists with vehicle registration and license plates renewal process.
  • Inspects and documents vehicle condition on a monthly and per trip basis.

Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED.
  • Technical school education preferred.
  • One (1) year maintenance and/or housekeeping experience preferred.
  • Must have basic technical knowledge (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and code compliance) and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
  • Must possess a general understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.
  • Must be able to handle multiple priorities and work independently. 
  • Clean driving record and valid drivers license.

Benefits:

In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, TerraBella offers a comprehensive benefits package.  

Eligible team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off, and paid holidays.   Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match our Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.

Thank you for your interest in TerraBella Senior Living careers.  If you have any questions about the position you are applying for, please contact the community directly. 

EOE D/V

JOB CODE: 1000026