General Maintenance Technician (IL/AL)

Maintenance Technician in Independent Living & Assisted Living

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining all aspects of the physical plant department. Under guidance from the Facilities Director and Manager, the Maintenance Technicians will complete routine servicing, building upgrades, and seasonal repairs. This position also performs minor plumbing and electrical duties.

The Maintenance Technician performs general maintenance duties such as replacing plumbing fixtures, appliance repairs, moving furniture, painting, general residential repairs. Performs general carpentry duties. Performs routine preventive maintenance, as directed by supervisor. Performs minor building and equipment repairs. Accomplishes all work in the order of priority set by supervisor. Covers security shifts as needed. Assists with snow removal efforts during winter months. Utilize low speed vehicles (i.e. golf cart) to transport self, equipment and debris across the community grounds when needed.

On call as assigned, including assisting with unfilled security shifts when required. Does routine maintenance on all vehicles when assigned. Maintains all tools, equipment and supplies in proper condition. Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities as assigned by supervisor. Ability to work independently and with others.

High school education (Diploma or GED) is required. Valid Driver License with the ability to pass a Motor Vehicle Report is required. Familiarity with tablets, computers, and electronic work order system. Technical Schooling in carpentry, construction and/or background (educational and/or professional) is preferred. Employment history involving 2+ years of facility maintenance, grounds, construction, or trade-work preferred in a Health Care or Retirement Community preferred. Painting and sheetrock experience preferred. Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicate effectively, and perform simple arithmetic is required. OSHA 10 Certification preferred.

Moderate to heavy physical effort; may be exposed to the elements (heat, cold, rain, snow); work in area with high voltage electricity, hazardous equipment and moving parts; work on roof top and other high places; ability to set up and climb ladders safely with tools and equipment necessary for assigned work; must be able to lift 80 pounds; must be able to walk, stand and stoop for an extended period of time (over 80% of the time); exposure to a variety of chemicals and dust daily.

*Please Note: Consideration for an interview requires your work history/resume be submitted with this application.

All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, criminal background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility. Some of the roles in our community also require that we ask about your vaccination status.

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