
Maintenance Assistant - Assisted Living Facility
Water's Edge of Lake Wales is seeking a dedicated and reliable Maintenance Assistant to join our team at our welcoming assisted living community. This full-time role offers an opportunity to contribute to a safe, comfortable, and well-maintained environment for our residents. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and committed to providing excellent service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs throughout the facility to ensure safety and functionality
- Conduct inspections of common areas, resident rooms, and outdoor spaces
- Assist with preventative maintenance tasks to prolong the lifespan of equipment and facilities
- Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff or residents
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs
- Assist with setup and breakdown for community events and activities
- Ensure compliance with safety standards and facility policies
Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in maintenance, repair, or a related field
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills
- Flexibility to work some weekends as required
- Knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building maintenance preferred
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation
At Water's Edge of Lake Wales, we pride ourselves on fostering a caring and supportive environment for both our residents and staff. We offer opportunities for growth, ongoing training, and a positive workplace culture dedicated to excellence in senior care.
This position requires a background screening as mandated by Florida law. For more information on background screening requirements, please visit https://info.flclearinghouse.com

Company History
In 2001, Senior Management Advisors was formed to manage a portfolio of 18 senior living communities located throughout Florida and Texas. Our success in stabilizing these properties, with an average occupancy rate of 96%, resulted in the profitable sale of the portfolio in 2005. The sale led to industry-wide recognition, and generated interest from other ownership groups desiring to benefit from our expertise in all aspects of senior living.
Over the last ten years, our management business has continued to grow. Today, Senior Management Advisors enjoys a reputation as a top operator with the unique vision and ability to turn troubled assets into highly lucrative investments. Additionally, our proven management methods can enhance and improve the profitability of a stable community.
Today at Senior Management Advisors
Senior Management Advisors continues to bring success in the form of healthy investment returns to its clients and business partners by providing a variety of services, including full management of senior living properties.