Maintenance Generalist/Groundskeeper

Description

Wallick Communities gives low-income families, single parents, and senior citizens a place called “home” – thanks to five decades of experience in developing, building, managing and overseeing affordable multi-family housing and assisted-living communities across the mid-west.    

• 55 years serving our communities  
• 24,000+ residents call our community’s home  
• 9 states and growing  
• 1000+ associates  
• 92% associate engagement score  

Wallick Mission : Opening doors to homes, opportunity, and hope.  

Wallick Values : Our Values flow directly from our Mission and set the expectation for how all associates work together. These values are:  

• Care  
• Character  
• Collaboration  

Working at Wallick Communities:  

Diversity, equity, inclusion, plus belonging. Four impactful words. One powerful and transformative journey. Here at Wallick, we know that when we invest in the equity of each group, all groups benefit. It’s not about one person, one idea, nor any one action. It’s about what we can accomplish together. Join us and work towards creating an inclusive and diverse workforce experience at Wallick.  

The work - How you will contribute : In accordance with the Wallick Mission and Values, the Facilities Generalist will perform general maintenance duties for communities within the district in a timely manner, taking care to ensure our residents needs are met and comfortable homes maintained to the highest standards.   

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:   

- Utilizing company provided technology to complete work orders to include light, general maintenance such as minor repairs related to drywall, replace burned out bulbs, broken blinds, and general landscaping as required by the Community Leader.      

- Perform general custodial duties such as trash pick-up and removal as needed.    

- Responsible for maintaining the communities within the district to Company Standards.     

- Will interact with residents and provide a great experience at every interaction, treating residents with respect and dignity.   

- Perform other related duties as assigned.  

About You:  

- You have a valid driver's license with reliable transportation.   

- You have a minimum of 1 year previous maintenance or general labor experience, and a working familiarity with basic hand tools.   

- You are driven to learn basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC, drywall repair and applicable laws governing residential housing.      

- You pride yourself on providing a great experience for the resident, from communication to quality and timeliness of service.    

- You’re an adaptable and flexible problem solver.   

- You are detail oriented with the ability to balance and organize multiple priorities.  

Physical Demands:   requires extensive walking, stooping/bending, balancing, kneeling, squatting, and climbing. Requires the ability to lift 50 lbs. Requires talking, seeing, and hearing with reasonable accommodation.   

Work Environment:   requires work to be performed indoors and outside.  Indoor working conditions are often inside a residence within the community, a common area, or in the designated maintenance shop area.  Outside work is throughout the community grounds and outdoor common areas.  

Benefits:  

- Pay on demand (access your money as you earn it) 

- Up to 8 weeks of Paid Parental Leave  

- Paid time off, Holiday pay, and Gift of Time  

- Health, Dental and Vision insurance effective within 2 weeks  

- Gym membership or Fitness equipment reimbursement  

- Company paid life and long-term disability insurance  

- Voluntary life, short-term disability, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity coverage  

- 401(k) with a 3.5% company match  

- Tuition reimbursement  

- Pet insurance  

Candidates must successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check