MAINTENANCE TECH

Job Title
MAINTENANCE TECH
Job ID
27650311
Location
Middletown,  DE 19709
Other Location
Description
SUMMARY: This position is responsible for performing maintenance and housekeeping duties in and around the community grounds as assigned. Responsible for assisting with maintaining a safe, clean and comfortable environment for the residents, guests and team members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs routine maintenance duties to complete all service requests for repair and maintenance of all grounds, buildings, apartment homes, equipment and vehicles in a timely and cost-efficient manner.
    • Routine maintenance duties may include: fixing wall and/or floor coverings; repairing furniture and fixtures; performing basic plumbing work; performing minor electrical repairs; repairing appliances; painting and refurbishing projects.
  • Assists in the execution of the preventative maintenance program.
  • Assists with working on heating and air conditioning systems, domestic water systems and pumps, refrigeration systems, motors, fans, electrical systems and emergency generators.
  • Performs carpet and hard surface floor maintenance.
  • Performs deep cleaning and resident suite ‘make ready’ rooms as assigned.
  • Assists with housekeeping functions as needed.
  • Communicates with Director for needed technical advice, product information, research and quality assurance guidance.
  • Advises Director of the overall condition of the equipment and furnishings of the community.
  • Assists with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures.
  • Maintains all tools and repair parts. Performs other related duties as assigned by management.

Opportunity awaits the right candidate to join our team at Meadowcrest at Middletown Retirement Community.  We are Delaware’s newest premier state-of-the-art senior living community located in Middletown and we are seeking a full-time maintenance technician for our Facilities department.
If you enjoy working with the senior population, are team oriented, and would like to be part of caring organization with growth opportunities we would welcome the opportunity to speak with you!   
Job Summary:
 This position is responsible for performing maintenance duties in and around the community grounds as assigned. Responsible for assisting with maintaining a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for the residents, guests, and team members.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Maintaining the mechanical systems throughout the buildings, making sure all equipment is operational and in good working condition, including making necessary repairs when needed, or ensuring that outside contractors make the repairs.
  • Completes work orders in a timely manner.
  • Performing scheduled preventive maintenance on equipment in the buildings.
  • Keeping accurate records of preventive maintenance and of all mechanical systems and equipment.
  • Responding in a timely and courteous manner when staff members, residents or residents’ families have a maintenance request or concern.
  • Preparing apartments for new admissions.
  • Helping residents move into or out of their residence.
  • Assuring compliance with fire and safety and applicable assisted living regulations.
  • Maintaining all floors throughout the buildings, as well as general upkeep of the buildings.
  • Assisting housekeeping with cleaning or extraction or trash pick-up as needed.
  • Maintaining the emergency call system.
  • Being on call for building emergencies.
  • Driving the company vehicles as needed.
  • Performing additional duties as assigned by the Facilities Director.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience:  Maintenance: 1 year (Preferred)


Our Team Members enjoy a comprehensive compensation/benefit package including:
  • Health Insurance Plan Program
  • 401K with Employer matching
  • PTO/Vacation
  • Paid holidays including employee birthday
  • Uniform Program
And much more……..
EOE- We are a proud equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or general education degree (GED), or one to three months related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Other skills required:
    • Technical school education preferred.
    • One (1) year maintenance and/or housekeeping experience preferred.
    • Must have basic technical knowledge (such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical and code compliance) and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles.
    • Must possess a general understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, life and safety regulations.
    • Ability to communicate effectively speaking the primary language of the residents.
    • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
    • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
    • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form; ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
    • Basic computer skills required.
    • Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
    • Interacts with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
    • Responds promptly to resident needs.
    • Supports organization's goals and values.
    • Balances team and individual responsibilities.
    • Ability to handle multiple priorities.
    • Competent in organization, time management skills.
    • Must demonstrate good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills.
    • Must be able to work independently.

COMPETENCIES:
  • Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of EEO policy; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; Educates others on the value of diversity; Promotes a harassment-free environment; Builds a diverse workforce.
  • Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; Inspires the trust of others; Works with integrity and ethically; Upholds organizational values.
  • Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
  • Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
  • Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.
  • Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
  • Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
  • Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources.
  • Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
  • Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
  • Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
  • Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.
  • Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.
  • Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.
  • Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.
  • Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; Inspires and motivates others to perform well; Effectively influences actions and opinions of others; Accepts feedback from others; Gives appropriate recognition to others.
  • Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
  • Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.
  • Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.
  • Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
  • Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
  • Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.
  • Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
  • Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
  • Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
  • Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
  • Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
  • Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve organizational goals; Understands organization's strengths & weaknesses; Analyzes market and competition; Identifies external threats and opportunities; Adapts strategy to changing conditions.
  • Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
  • Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
  • Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; Inspires respect and trust; Mobilizes others to fulfill the vision; Provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates.
  • Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Frequently required to stand.
  • Continually required to walk.
  • Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity.
  • Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl.
  • Continually required to talk or hear.
  • Occasionally works in high, precarious places.
  • Occasionally works around fumes, airborne particles, or toxic chemicals.
  • Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.
  • Occasionally exposed to extreme heat or cold (non-weather).
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds / frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds / continually lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include:
    • Close Vision
    • Distance Vision
    • Color Vision
    • Peripheral Vision
    • Depth Perception
  • Additional remarks regarding work environment:
    • Works both indoors and outdoors.

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