Maintenance person Full Time

Full Time Manual Labor Austin, TX, US

Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. CAREER DEVELOPMENT . We reward our associates’ outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
Our mission “To Welcome, To Care, To Serve” derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another’s God-given gifts through service.
This opportunity includes a full benefits package (including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, etc, as well as on-demand pay in between paychecks!

They are recognized for their achievements and empowered to share their vast experience with their peers ensuring the quality of our assisted living and memory care services and the well-being of our residents. Watercrest Senior Living is looking for an Environmental Services Technician who will assist in overseeing the upkeep of our communities. Individuals in this role will leverage their technical building and managerial expertise to ensure the continued health, safety, and cleanliness of our community. They will be responsible for assisting with housekeeping and all plant operation needs. In doing so, the Environmental Services Technician will assist in solving problems and facilitate excellent conditions for our residents, families, visitors, and associates.

Display Servant Leadership qualities and confident decision making.

Walk through the interior and exterior of the community to maintain appearance for the comfort and use of residents, families, visitors, and associates.

Flowers watered and healthy.

Operate within the financial parameters of the community budget.

Assist and learn how to manage Maintenance IQ. Maintenance IQ covers all community equipment, work orders, inspections, and regulatory items.

Assist with the management of the community housekeeping department under the direction of the Watercrest Housekeeping Handbook.

Follow all state regulations and company policies and be prepared to assist with surveys and inspections.

Assist in managing emergency situations including disasters, fire, and other emergencies.

Know all emergency and safety management material and assist with associate training.

Know the fire safety program and equipment to assist with emergency situations.

Respond in a timely manner to requests of residents, families, guests, and associates.

Inspect and identify equipment or machines in need of repair.

Plans repair work using building blueprints or equipment manual as needed.

Examples may include repairing drywall, painting, and repairing doors and other community fixtures.

Performs routine maintenance on building systems.

Assist with ordering supplies and materials needed for maintenance repairs and housekeeping needs.

Must be in company uniform and resident ready at all times

Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, team members, residents, family members, guests, vendors, referral sources, and outside contacts.

Must be familiar with and adhere to guidelines related to the Fair Housing Act (FHA), American with Disabilities Act (ADA), and general building code knowledge.

Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens.

Must possess fundamental skills to operate Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, and Outlook.

Ability to take apart machines, equipment, or devices to remove and replace defective parts.

Ability to check blueprints, repair manuals, or parts catalogs as necessary.

Experience with precision measuring instruments or electronic testing devices.

Ability to follow instructions from supervisor or senior maintenance workers.

High School Graduate or equivalent

Strong leadership potential with a minimum of five (5) years’ experience in hands on building maintenance.

Able to drive when needed to get supplies or participate in community activities.

Able to talk and hear effectively to convey instructions and information to residents and team members.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE / PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:

The Environmental Services Technician shall reasonably anticipate skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materials that may result from the performance of an employee's duties.

Wearing personal protective equipment (PPE) is crucial in safeguarding individuals from potential workplace hazards by providing a physical barrier against various risks, such as chemicals, physical injuries, or infectious agents.

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