Maintenance Assistant

Company Description

🌿 About Oglala Sioux Lakota Nursing Home

Apply today at www.oslnh.com/employment

Oglala Sioux Lakota Nursing Home, Inc. (OSLNH) is a state-of-the-art, 60-bed long-term care facility with a 12-bed memory care unit, proudly managed by Native American Health Management (NAHM). Oversight of the facility is provided by a dedicated three-person Board of Directors.

Located in Nebraska, OSLNH is guided by a mission to deliver exceptional elder care in a spirit of love, respect, and compassion, while honoring the rich culture and traditions of the Sioux Nation.

💙 Our Mission

To provide a continuum of excellent care and service to the aging in a spirit of love, respect, and compassion — honoring the culture, values, and traditions of the Sioux Nation.

🩺 Our Commitment

Our primary goal is to help every resident reach and maintain their highest level of physical, emotional, and mental well-being. We encourage self-sufficiency, growth, and engagement — supporting residents as they continue to live meaningful, purpose-filled lives.

Working in long-term care is both challenging and deeply rewarding, and our staff takes pride in providing the best possible care through teamwork, compassion, and professional excellence.

🌟 What We Offer

• Competitive Starting Wage

• Day & Night Shift Differentials

• Excellent Benefits Package

• 401(k) Plan with 4% Employer Match

• Health Insurance (Blue Cross Blue Shield)

• Dental (DELTA) and Vision (VSP) Coverage

• Employer-Paid Life Insurance

• AFLAC Supplemental Options

• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays

• Flexible Scheduling

• Referral Program

❤️ Join Our Team

If you’re passionate about making a difference in the lives of elders and want to be part of a caring, community-centered team, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply now at www.oslnh.com/employment

Job Description

Position Summary

The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for helping maintain the facility, grounds, and equipment in a safe, clean, and efficient manner. This position assists with general repairs, upkeep, and preventative maintenance to ensure a comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs on facility equipment and grounds
• Assist with plumbing, electrical, carpentry, painting, and mechanical maintenance tasks
• Maintain outdoor areas, including mowing, trimming, sweeping, and snow removal as needed
• Replace light bulbs and assist with general facility upkeep
• Follow maintenance schedules and complete assigned work orders
• Ensure work areas remain clean, organized, and safe
• Report unsafe conditions, accidents, or equipment malfunctions promptly
• Follow all safety, sanitation, infection control, and fire safety procedures
• Assist with moving equipment and supplies when needed
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Maintenance Director and/or Administrator

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Two forms of Identification (Tribal ID, if claiming Indian Preference)
• Vaccinations
• No experience required — training provided
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Ability to work respectfully with residents, families, staff, and visitors
• Must be able to lift to 50 pounds and work indoors/outdoors in varying conditions
• Must be at least 16 years old

This position may require standing, bending, lifting, and working in various weather conditions. Weekend, holiday, or alternate shift work may occasionally be required.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.