Maintenance Specialist

Maintenance Specialist

Cedarhurst Senior Living is a leading provider of senior living communities, dedicated to enriching the lives of residents through exceptional care and personalized services. With a commitment to excellence and innovation, Cedarhurst creates vibrant environments where seniors can thrive and enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle.

You will report directly to the Corporate Director of Maintenance, you will ensure the provision of quality maintenance care in accordance with Federal, State and Local regulations. You complete this duty while maintaining the exterior and interior of building and grounds safely, and in exceptional appearance and working condition within Cedarhurst communities in the absence of an Maintenance Director (MD) and/or Housekeeper. You will also assist with the development and implementation of preventative maintenance in the current Preventative Maintenance software. You will also support the Corporate Director of Maintenance with Cedarhurst senior living community acquisitions, help educate new & existing MDs, continually seek innovative solutions, and elevate the skills of our MDs and Maintenance staff. Maintenance Specialist, you will seek to increase awareness of Cedarhurst Senior Living and our mission to create communities where each person feels loved, valued, supported, and able to live life to the fullest.

As Maintenance Specialist, you will impact the lives of our residents by

• Assists in the execution of preventative maintenance program.
• Communicates with Corporate Director of Maintenance for needed technical advice, product information, research and quality assurance guidance.
• While supporting a community during Maintenance vacancy:
• Work under the direction of the Executive Director of the community.
• Perform routine maintenance duties to complete all service requests for repair and maintenance of all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, and equipment in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
• Manage and oversee maintenance and housekeeping staff.
• Implement and document preventative maintenance programs for facility and equipment.
• Maintain grounds including outside building repair and lawn maintenance in cooperation with the landscaping contractor and garbage removal services.
• Maintain all areas inside the building, including but not limited to, cleaning and shampooing of carpets & furniture, window cleaning, common area cleaning, and the maintenance and replacement of vinyl floors.
• Prepare and refurbish apartment for resident move-ins: including, drywall patching, painting, carpet laying, replacement of vinyl floors and installation/replacement of ceiling fans & lighting.
• Maintain life safety and emergency procedures in accordance with regulations & environmental concerns (natural disasters, fire, loss of power, plumbing issues, water pipe breakage, etc.) material safety data sheets (MSDS),
• Schedule and/or perform preventative maintenance and keep quality assurance records up to date.
• Perform janitorial tasks as needed including maintaining common area & resident apartment cleanliness and repair & maintenance of janitorial equipment.
• Transport Residents in company vehicles if needed.
• Advises Supervisor of the overall condition of the equipment and furnishings of the community.
• Obtain quotes from outside vendors on new equipment and contractual jobs.
• Assists with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures.
• Interacts with residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Fill in for housekeeping as needed.
• Other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

To become Maintenance Specialist, you will need

• Associate degree and 2-5 years of experience OR accredited maintenance training and 4-6 years of experience preferred.
• Applicable State licensure, as required.
• Two (2) years of maintenance experience in a senior care community with proven leadership and organizational skills.
• This position requires frequent travel, approximately 65 - 75%. Travel for an extended period may be required, local or overnight. Typically, travel is planned; however, there may be times there is an unplanned, immediate need, for local and/or overnight travel. Ability to stay overnight in a destination for an extended period is required, possibly for several weeks at a time.
• Be a collaborative team player able to establish effective working relationships with team members.
• Possess sound organizational skills with the ability to multi-task and have a strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated communication excellence, verbally and in writing.
• Strong desire to share knowledge & capable of executing an effective training/education program.
• Dependable with a strong work ethic.
• Possess an appreciation of seniors and an understanding of the aging process.
• Ability to work with basic mathematical concepts such as addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Must have basic technical knowledge and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
• Must exhibit and promote a high level of customer service, hospitality, curiosity and friendliness towards all prospects, residents, visitors, employees and the overall community.
• Goal oriented, self-motivated & thorough
• Sense of professional curiosity, desire to learn new things, and to find / recommend solutions to problems
• Great communication and interpersonal skills required along with the heart and passion to work with older adults while providing the best care possible.
• Must have the ability to remain calm in stressful situations, to be flexible, & work effectively despite potential interruptions.
• Proficiency computer applications such as: Internet browsers (e.g., Explorer, Chrome, and Fire Fox), Microsoft Office programs: Outlook, Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Experience with TELS, or other building management software is preferred.

Working Conditions:

• This position must be able to walk or stand for extended periods of time in order to perform daily job duties.
• This position must be able to kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl occasionally as part of routine tasks.
• This position requires the ability to lift up to fifty (50) pounds without assistance, and occasionally lift or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.
• This position may require weekend or holiday work, on-call availability as needed.
• This position Primarily works indoors within the community, with occasional outdoor tasks as needed.
• This position is required to promote safe working practices by actively preventing accidents and preserving equipment. This position will also participate in risk management and quality assurance programs to ensure the safety and well-being of the entire community.
• This role involves actively participating in all staff activities aimed at fostering teamwork, unity, and morale. The individual will contribute as a collaborative team player, working alongside colleagues to create a supportive and cohesive work environment.
• Individuals in this position are required to stay current on all training and ongoing education initiatives. They are expected to actively pursue self-improvement and embrace opportunities for continuous learning to enhance their skills and knowledge.
• This position must maintain compliance with all personnel policies, established community policies and procedures, Resident Rights, and Federal and State Regulations and Standards regarding senior living care, including but not limited to; HIPAA privacy, confidentiality laws, and opportunities/limits of other levels of care.
• This position must respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, such as medical incidents or natural disasters, to ensure the safety of residents and staff.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, we will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages prospective employees and incumbents to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Cedarhurst considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening, participation in required health assessments (such as TB testing or physical evaluations), and the use of designated personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by company policy and applicable law.