Friendship Manor is a great place to work! We're a faith-based, non-profit, senior living community and we've been a big part of the Quad Cities since 1979. We are currently looking for a full-time Maintenance/Grounds "floater" to cover shifts on a flexible basis.
We offer GREAT BENEFITS
- Health, Dental, Vision Insurance
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Disability and Life Insurance for FT employees
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Voluntary Supplemental Insurance options
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403b Retirement fund with employer match program
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PTO accrual from Day 1 for all FT and PT employees
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Paid holidays annually for FT employees
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Flexibility in your Schedule
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Home buying assistance -Employees of Friendship Manor can qualify through the Manor's DARI program
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assist in the care of the grounds and snow removal.
- Maintain all tools in good working order.
- Relocate furniture for residents as needed.
- Maintain all Friendship Manor vehicles as directed.
- Pick up and deliver supplies and materials as needed.
- Receive and follow maintenance instructions from your supervisor.
- Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing,
plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with
established procedures.
- Replace burned out light bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights,
room call lights, outdoor lights, apartment lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties wherever necessary.
- Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in
compliance with established policies and procedures.
- Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.
- Set up and tear down tables and chairs for parties, meetings, etc.
- Assist residents locked out of their apartments.
- Respond to fire drills according to established policies and procedures.
- Write charge slips for chargeable duties (labor and parts) performed.
- Maintain the CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident information.
- Honor the residents’ personal and property rights.
- Check for permission to enter before entering a resident’s apartment.
EXPERIENCE:
Must have, as a minimum, six (6) months of related electrical, plumbing or carpentry experience.
SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS:
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Must possess a valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
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Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
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Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
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Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
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Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the maintenance work areas.
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Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
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Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
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Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
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Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
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Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
(With or without the aid of mechanical devices.)
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Must be able to move intermittently throughout the work day.
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Must be able to speak the English language in an understandable manner.
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Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position.
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Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that will enable these senses to function adequately.
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Must function independently and have flexibility, personal integrity and the ability to work effectively with the residents/personnel.
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Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile people within the facility.
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Must be able to lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc., in excess of fifty (50) pounds.
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Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
