Building Maintenance

WesleyLife; Des Moines (IA); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

DailyPay Access

Shift differential

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Scholarship assistance

401(k) plan

Wellness center access

Referral bonus program

Educational discount Purdue Global

Leadership training

Job summary

WesleyLife is seeking a skilled Building Maintenance Professional to join Wesley on Grand in Des Moines, IA. The role focuses on light electrical and plumbing maintenance within a premier senior living community and requires dependable, independent work across departments.

Typical duties include completing work orders, safety inspections, preventative maintenance, and on-call coverage as scheduled. WesleyLife emphasizes belonging, growth, and making a difference for residents and team members

Qualifications

• 3 years of hands‑on experience in facility maintenance.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead tasks across departments.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repairs in light electrical and plumbing, such as changing filters, cleaning vents, replacing light bulbs and fixtures, and repairing leaks.
• Completion of work orders.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and preventative maintenance.
• On-call every other week.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Independent worker

Team leadership

Job description

Wesley on Grand
Des Moines, IA 50312, USA

Description

Join WesleyLife and Help Revolutionize the Aging Experience!

As a Skilled Building Maintenance Professional, you will:

• Perform maintenance and repairs in light electrical and plumbing - such as changing filters, cleaning vents, replacing light bulbs and fixtures, replacing and/or repairing leaks, faucets, toilets, and sinks
• Completion of work orders
• Conduct regular safety inspections and preventative maintenance
• On-call every other week

Opening:

• Full-Time- 7am-3:30pm, On-call every third week

Qualifications:

• 3 years of hands‑on experience in facility maintenance.
• Proven ability to work independently and lead tasks across departments.

What We Offer

We know a great career is about more than just a paycheck — it's about belonging, growth, and making a difference. At WesleyLife, we provide:

Compensation & Flexibility:

• Pay rate will be based off of years of experience.
• DailyPay Access: Get paid when you need it — instantly access your earnings before payday
• Shift differential offered for weekend hours and all hours worked after 2pm
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health care, vision, dental, and 401(k).
• Free wellness center memberships and cash incentives for healthy habits
• Voluntary benefits including life, accident, and critical illness coverage
• Scholarship Assistance: Up to $3,000/year
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $1,500/year
• Educational Discounts: 18% off tuition at Purdue University Global
• Ongoing leadership training and development pathways
• Referral Bonus Program — bring your friends and earn rewards
• Recognition and appreciation programs that highlight your impact
• A workplace culture that prioritizes respect, teamwork, and support
• Work-Life Balance
• Benefits available after 30 days

Wesley on Grand, formerly known as Wesley Acres and located in Des Moines, is a premier senior living community offering exceptional amenities and a full continuum of care. As the campus where WesleyLife originated, Wesley on Grand embodies the 'WesleyLife Way' with a focus on excellence in culinary offerings, wellness programs, and lifestyle options. Enhanced features include an indoor pool, three-level patios overlooking Grand Avenue, an aquatic center with specialized equipment, a performing arts auditorium, multiple dining venues, expansive walking paths, a professional salon, art studio, fitness center, library, and various recreational and community spaces. Wesley on Grand provides a vibrant, fulfilling environment where residents and team members alike are valued and appreciated.

Why Choose WesleyLife?

At WesleyLife, you're not just starting a job — you're joining a purpose-driven community where your well-being, growth, and impact truly matter. With nearly 80 years of excellence in serving older adults, we empower our team members to thrive while making meaningful connections and changing lives every day.

WesleyLife is proud to be recognized as one of Senior Care’s Best Places to Work by WeCare Connect! We’re committed to a workplace where every team member is seen, heard, and appreciated.

Ready to Make a Difference?

As part of our new-hire process, we require you to successfully complete a pre-hire four point drug screen.

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