Maintenance Associate
$21 - $23 per hour, based on experience | Full-Time
The Shores, a UMC Community
2201 Bay Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226
Join our year-round Maintenance team at The Shores in Ocean City. This full-time position offers competitive pay of $21-$23 per hour, based on experience, along with medical, dental, vision, retirement benefits, and more. Available schedules include 9am-5pm, 10am-6pm, or 11am-7pm. Shift assignment will be determined at hire and remains a consistent schedule.
About the Community
The Shores is community serving residents in assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Our Maintenance team plays an essential role in creating a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, visitors, and team members every day.
What You'll Do
Perform repairs involving electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance
Respond to maintenance requests from residents and team members
Complete preventive maintenance to ensure equipment and building systems remain safe and operational
Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and work order documentation
Monitor tools, equipment, and maintenance supplies to help maintain inventory levels
What You'll Need
Required:
High school diploma or GED
Hands-on repair experience in carpentry, electrical, plumbing, or general maintenance
Ability to read work orders, safety instructions, and equipment manuals
Preferred:
Maintenance experience in healthcare, hospitality, residential communities, commercial properties, or senior living settings
Experience in maintenance, facilities operations, building services, construction trades, hospitality, healthcare, or property management is highly valued and transferable to this role.
Pay and benefits
$21 - $23 per hour, based on experience
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Group life insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Generous paid time off (PTO) and 9 paid holidays
Tuition assistance, professional development, and online learning opportunities
Employee assistance program and employee discount programs
Schedule
Full-time, year-round position
Assigned schedule of either 9am-5pm, 10am - 6pm, or 11am-7pm, established at hire
Every other weekend required
Holiday and on-call responsibilities shared among team members through a rotating schedule
How to Apply
Apply in about 5 minutes. We respond to every applicant within 48 hours and review applications on a rolling basis.