Maintenance Technician

Welcome to the next generation in senior living, The Springs Living.

Our purpose at The Springs is to change the way people think, feel and experience senior housing. We’ve taken the time and care, to create handcrafted communities for seniors and their families. All of our communities offer warm and inviting environments that enhance peoples' lives, and offer quality services and genuine solutions for seniors.

Job Description

The Maintenance Technician for our community supports the Maintenance Director to assure proper, consistent maintenance of our community including building interior and exterior, grounds, walkways, driveways, and parking lot.

Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday OR Sunday-Thursday 7:00am-3:30pm

Essential functions of the job are:

• 2-3 years of Maintenance Skills in a residential or commercial setting.
• Perform a variety of maintenance and repair work independently as instructed or assist other skilled trade personnel to maintain facilities and grounds in proper condition. This includes plumbing, electrical, carpentry, HVAC, and appliance repairs.
• Prepare surfaces for painting; apply finishes and coverings using brushes, rollers, spray equipment as necessary.
• Completes the “make-ready” process to prepare vacant apartment homes for leasing and new move- ins.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on doorknobs, locks, hinges, closures, strike plates and panic bars.
• Operate a variety of maintenance equipment and machines including hand and power tools.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Demonstrated ability to apply principles of logical thinking to define and correct problems.
• Proficiency in customer service and interpersonal communication skills in order to effectively interact with residents, family members, visitors, contractors, and team members. Respond courteously to questions and requests, and stay calm when addressing and resolving customer issues or complaints.
• Complete residents service requests in within 24-hour period.
• Maintain, clean, and organize compactor enclosure, including deodorizing and pressure washing as needed or directed by manager.
• Assists in maintaining the grounds, common areas, and amenities by picking up trash and debris, blowing off sidewalk, pressure-washing areas, performing general cleaning, and painting curbs and as needed.
• Property Emergencies – responsible for emergencies that may arise outside of normal business hours flood, fire, power loss, etc.
• Will be on call as needed

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be able to pass a background check and oral drug screen

Full-time employees are offered a generous benefits package that includes; medical, dental, vision, and mental health w/ no co-pay and a 401K plan.

All employees and their families have access to Providence Health Express: a live, on-demand doctor visit via your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Safe, secure, and confidential at no cost to you!

Additional Perks for working at The Springs Living:

• FREE chiropractor and massage visits in the community

• Career Coaching

• Generous vacation package

• Ongoing educational classes

• Scholarship Opportunities

• Perkspot employee discount program

• Mutual of Omaha Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Qualifications

• Prior experience in maintenance, construction, or similar role

• Experience with any of the following: electrical, plumbing, or HVAC (certification not required for this role)

• Ability to maintain and perform basic repairs on appliances including refrigerators, washers and dryers

• Ability to solve practical problems

• Ability to prioritize and organize assignments

Typical physical and environmental considerations:

• Maintain ability to lift 75 pounds; to stand or walk throughout the vast majority of the work day, and to frequently push, pull, bend, twist, and reach

• Must have sufficient manual dexterity to work with the fingers and to reach/handle items

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.