Sun Towers Retirement Community is seeking a Maintenance Technician to assist with facility maintenance, including physical plant, mechanical, electrical and resident care equipment to help provide a safe environment for residents, staff and visitors in accordance with laws, regulations and facility guidelines.
Education and Certification: High school diploma or equivalent.
Skills & Requirements: Must possess the ability to read, write and speak the English language, must be patient, friendly, courteous and respectful to residents in any situation, including difficult ones; must be able to make independent decisions when necessary; must have the ability to follow maintenance department guidelines as outlined by the facility and other regulations governing maintenance of a long-term care facility; must be able to move frequently throughout the workday; must be able to lift 40lbs floor to waist; lift 20 lbs waist to shoulder; lift and carry 40 lbs; and push/pull 40lbs.
Experience: Minimum of one year experience with physical plant, mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems; long-term care or other health care setting experience is preferred
Essential Job Duties:
-Assists with all areas of maintenance, including heating and air, water, gas, electrical, mechanical, carpentry, repairs, painting, deep cleaning, and overall physical plant care
-Assists in ensuring compliance with building and safety codes
-Assists with ordering supplies and equipment for maintenance department
-Assists with emergency needs related to physical plant
-Responsible for testing and maintenance of the power systems to ensure, exits, fire alarms, extinguishers and life support systems
-Maintains all facility equipment to ensure safe operation
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
