Grounds/Facility Maintenance Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

Grounds/Facility Maintenance Specialist

Full Time | Evenings | Flexible afternoon Hours!

Pay: $15.50 - 17.30/hr (Based on experience)

PLUS shift differentials: +$.75/hr evenings and +$1/hr weekends

Why Join Brethren Care Village?

At Brethren Care Village , you're more than an employee-you're part of a mission-driven team dedicated to compassionate, individualized care. As a Christian-based senior living community , we've proudly served since 1972, offering a full continuum of care including memory care, assisted living, therapy services, and more.

Our team is guided by our core values: Compassion, Attitude of Excellence, Respect, Integrity, Nurturing, and Giving -and we bring those values to life every day for both residents and employees.

What You'll Do as a Grounds/Facility Maintenance Specialist:

• Perform routine maintenance on grounds, parking areas, driveways, etc. by cutting, trimming, policing, sweeping, and snow removal as directed.
• Perform routine maintenance/repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc. as directed. This also includes all grounds, mowing, and snow removal equipment.
• Clean screens and filters.
• Replace burned out light bulbs including exit lights, overhead lights, call lights, hall lights, and perform cleaning of lenses as directed. This includes all outside lights on campus as well.
• Service heating/cooling units as specified by manufacturers or as directed.
• Painting inside and outside facility.
• Reports any problems to Director of Facilities.
• Follow all established safety procedures and precautions at all times, including lockout tagout and all electrical safety procedures.
• Maintain all personal protective equipment and devices in good working condition.
• Maintain general plant and facility in good repair, ensuring a safe and orderly environment.
• Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, and unusual events to supervisor.
• Follow established fire and safety programs and conducting monthly firedrills, as well as, have knowledge of proper operation and re-setting of alarms and sprinkling systems.

Requirements for a Grounds/Facility Maintenance Specialist:

• High School Graduate or General Education Degree (GED)
• Prior experience in general maintenance preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, and speak English.
• Must be able to do heavy work and lift a maximum of 100 pounds with or without assistance.
• Must have basic knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanical ability.
• Must have a valid driver's license and good driving record.

We recognize the success of our Mission relies on the hard work and dedication of our team members.

Why Work for Brethren Care Village:

• Supportive, team-oriented culture with opportunities for growth
• Tuition reimbursement (LPN/RN advancement) + scholarship opportunities
• Generous PTO + 7 paid holidays
• 401(k) with company match
• Full-time benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, FSA, Life Insurance
• FREE access to pool & fitness center
• Discounted meals & cell phone plans
• Career advancement & leadership development opportunities

Brethren Care Village is an Equal Opportunity Employer that recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability or veteran status.

This position description contains the major responsibilities required to perform this job. These responsibilities may change at any time to better meet the needs of our clients, residents, or agency.