Apartment Maintenance Assistant (SACH)

Civitas Senior Living · Sachse, TX Full Time

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Job Description

Community: Ariel Pointe Address:3400 Miles Road Sachse TX 75048 Empower Your Career with Passion and Purpose! At Civitas Senior Living, we are not just another workplace; we are a community that thrives on compassion, commitment, and excellence. If you have a calling to serve others with diligence and dedication, then step into your next exciting role as a Maintenance Technician! Maintenance Technician Job Profile As a Maintenance Technician, you will partner with the Maintenance Director in creating a safe and vibrant living environment for our residents. Your expertise will make a tangible difference as you focus on: Facility Management: Conduct daily walkthroughs, identifying and promptly addressing malfunctions for repair. Skilled Maintenance Solutions: Provide skilled attention to maintenance problems and assigned service requests, ensuring quality workmanship. Equipment Troubleshooting: Showcase your ability to diagnose and repair various types of equipment. Expense Control: Collaborate with the Maintenance Director in managing parts expenses and reviewing costs before purchases. Preventive Care: Assist in coordinating preventative maintenance, adhering to specific schedules and protocols. Record Keeping: Maintain essential records, data, and paperwork with precision. Resident-Centric Service: Deliver exceptional customer service with empathy and responsiveness. Adherence to Safety Standards: Comply with all safety regulations and use chemicals safely. Maintenance Technician Job Requirements Experience: At least 1 year as a Maintenance Tech, preferably in an apartment or multifamily environment. Physical Ability: Capability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods. Emergency Response: Ability to act quickly and remain composed in emergencies. Certifications or Licenses: HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or other relevant certifications are a plus. Benefits of Working at a Civitas Senior Living Community: Competitive Benefits Package: Full Health, Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Retirement Plan, Paid Time Off, & More! Growth Opportunities: Tuition Reimbursement & Career Advancement Opportunities Employee Appreciation: Employee Referral Incentives Work-Life Balance: Consistent Schedules with Flexible Time-Off Options Why Choose Civitas? Civitas Senior Living is a Certified™ Great Place to Work! Join a team where 90% of our employees affirm their work has special meaning. It's not “just a job”; it's a calling filled with passion and purpose. Our Mission Statement: Passionate Service. Passionate Cleanliness. Passionate Care. As a condition of employment at a Civitas Senior Living community, all new hires will be asked to complete a screening process as required by state regulations. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of this process. Residency within the State that this Community/Location operates in is a condition of employment. Take the next step in your career with Civitas, where your skills and compassion will find a thriving home. Apply today!

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What Most Job Listings Don’t Tell You

General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the DFW area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

DFW Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the DFW metroplex area earn a median wage of $12.93/hr ($26,894/yr). The typical range is $11.12 – $14.51/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $22,381/yr

DFW Median $26,894/yr

Experienced (90th) $36,005/yr

vs. National Median -24.9%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by DFW Senior Living Guide.