At Westminster Canterbury of Richmond, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact on residents and families. You’ll experience the support of a collaborative work environment and a sense of collegiality unlike any other!
We offer:
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Gated community with 24-hour security and free covered parking!
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A comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, life insurance and company paid short/long term disability insurance
- Financial Wellness: Access your earnings ahead of pay day with Branch; save for your future with our 403(b)-tax deferred retirement savings plan offering company match and eligibility for additional annual core contribution to your retirement savings; HSA/FSA tax-advantaged accounts to save or spend on healthcare and eligible expenses; PTO Sell Back benefit.
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Paid Time Off: Can be earned by both full and part-time employees!
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Work Life Balance: Full time/Day hours! (or Part time/shift hours!)
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Total Wellness support for the mind, body and spirit through our Employee Assistance Program, employee fitness and onsite wellness offerings and pastoral care programming and support.
- On-Site Amenities! Including a fitness center with pool and group fitness classes, on-site banking, employee dining room, coffee shop and salon.
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Award-winning Child Development Center offering early childhood education and care for infants through school-age programs with waitlist priority and a generous employee discount for both full and part-time employees!
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Educational Assistance: We support your continuing education and career advancement by offering tuition scholarship opportunities for full-time, part-time and PRN employees!
The Senior Mechanic performs the duties necessary to maintain the facility for residents and staff in a safe operating condition and carries out general and skilled maintenance as required while providing a high level of quality and service.
Shift(s):
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Full Time
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Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm with rotating weekends, and on-call assignments
The hiring range for this position is $22.00/hour to $30.24/hour. Actual compensation depends on experience, skills, and internal equity.
MAJOR ACCOUNTABILITIES/ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES:
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Receive work direction electronically or verbally
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Prioritize work according to urgency, schedule or efficiency
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Accomplish work in a timely and efficient manner
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Assist and mentor other mechanics in performance of Journeyman or higher-level work
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Maintain work carts in orderly manner
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Monitor stock levels of maintenance supply items
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Cover On-call duties on a rotational basis
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Additional duties as assigned
EQUIPMENT:
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Work carts
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Ladders
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Small tools and equipment
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Power tools and Safety Equipment
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Other Trade tools
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Computers, radios, pagers
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
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Extensive periods of physical activity
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Ability to lift 25 pounds without assistance, 26+ pounds with manual or mechanical assistance
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Ability to push/pull up to 25 pounds unassisted
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Ability to climb a ladder
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Ability to withstand small crawl spaces and rooftop heights
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Ability to work in inclement weather conditions
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
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Ability to communicate effectively; to collaborate with team members and other departments
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Ability to read work assignments and to communicate with residents/staff through verbal and written instructions
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Ability to repair problems and avert potential hazards
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Knowledge of Journeyman level trade craft and skill in execution
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Ability to manage time efficiently and work without supervision
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Ability to mentor and train
DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITY:
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OSHA Certification
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Knowledge of NFPA 101
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Valid Driver’s License in the State of Virginia with a minimum age 21 to drive for the organization
REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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High School Diploma or equivalency or combination of education and experience to fulfill requirements and essential duties of the position
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One to two years directly related work experience
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Master or Journeyman DPOR License in Electrical, Plumbing, HVAC fields; or skilled as a Master Carpenter OR Journeyman Apprentice applicant who has completed 120 hours of coursework through a DPOR approved education provider with the minimum of two years documented trade related work experience OR Virginia Department of Criminal Justice Services Registered Lock Smith
o Journeyman Apprentice applicants must continue education and be eligible to sit for DPOR Licensing exam within two years of hire
DESIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
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Experience working with seniors
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Previous healthcare experience
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Previous hospitality experience
REQUIRED BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES:
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Exceptional customer service skills and the desire to work in an environment with high standards and expectations
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Caring and compassion to residents, families, staff and guests
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Dedication and compliance with attendance policies
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Ability to take the initiative, a self-starter
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Personal effectiveness
- Is visible and accessible to customers
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Offers of employment are conditioned on applicants meeting requirements of a pre-employment drug screening and background check
Westminster Canterbury Richmond opened in 1975 and is a premier continuing care retirement community known for its tradition of service excellence and as a leader in senior services. Our staff is a diverse group of approximately 700 professionals who are committed to supporting our community and upholding the mission and values of the organization.
The Westminster Canterbury Richmond community is home to approximately 1,000 senior adults. Our community offers a vibrant lifestyle, engaging activities, and exceptional services and amenities and brings together cultural opportunities, generous-spirited people, and carefree living options. Westminster Canterbury Richmond is also home to an onsite Child Development Center that offers intergenerational programming between residents and the children that attend the center.
Each person who is a part of the Westminster Canterbury team plays a critical role in making a difference in the lives of those whom we serve. At Westminster Canterbury Richmond, you can learn, grow and make a lasting impact every day.
If you want to work in an organization that is faith-based and mission-driven, provides the highest level of care and makes a difference in people's lives, consider a career at Westminster Canterbury Richmond!
Learn More About Our Outstanding Benefits: Senior Living Jobs in Richmond Virginia | Westminster Canterbury Richmond (wcrichmond.org)
Explore Employee Testimonials: Elderly Care Jobs in Richmond VA | Westminster Canterbury Richmond (wcrichmond.org)
To Apply: https://careers.wcrichmond.org/senior-living-careers-richmond-va
Westminster Canterbury is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees.
