Construction Specialist

Lutheran SeniorLife; Mars (PA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Mileage reimbursement

Job summary

Lutheran SeniorLife is seeking a Construction Specialist in Mars, PA for full-time day shift. The role focuses on quality control, daily coordination of construction projects, and maintaining safe, efficient building operations across facilities.

The position requires knowledge of building trades, 3–5 years of related experience, and adherence to safety standards. Candidates will contribute to renovations, repairs, and new construction efforts across the organization.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years related experience or equivalent education.
• Knowledge of materials, power and hand tools used in building processes.
• Safety standards and procedures knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee daily construction activities for Lutheran SeniorLIFE projects.
• Perform renovations and repairs to building systems and spaces.
• Ensure safety and compliance, meeting timeframes and budget parameters.

Skills

General construction skills

Electrical knowledge

Plumbing knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

GED/HS Diploma

Tools

Electrical wiring tools

Plumbing tools

Job description

Overview

Construction Specialist

Mars, PA

Full-Time, Daylight shift; 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Lutheran SeniorLife provides a comprehensive array of community based health and social service programs throughout western Pennsylvania.

Our services include LIFE (Living Independence for the Elderly); skilled nursing, home health; personal care; adoption & foster care; assisted living; adult day services; memory care; hospice; palliative care; residential living; affordable housing; home safety monitoring; Meals on Wheels; rehabilitation services and private duty.

St. John Community allows older adults to move through a continuum of care from residential living to skilled nursing, depending on the need. When you provide care for older adults, you're helping families keep the people they love healthy, happy and safe. We encourage job growth and advancement opportunities while providing flexibility to meet your individual needs.

The Construction Specialist is responsible for quality and daily coordination of assigned construction projects for Lutheran SeniorLIFE. This includes ensuring that all goals and objectives of projects are accomplished within the prescribed time frames and funding parameters. Performs renovations, repairs for all facets of buildings, to include new construction and renovations, provide a continuous safe environment, efficient and effective operation of the buildings and home, throughout the organization.

Qualifications

Construction Specialist responsibilities include:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED). Formal education in skilled trade or trade school.
• 3-5 Years related experience or equivalent experience and education.
• Knowledge of specific materials, power and hand tools and methods used in building process of assigned trade.
• Knowledge of electrical circuits, wiring, operating principles and electrical does.
• Knowledge of plumbing repairs, maintenance, installation techniques and of local plumbing codes.
• Sound knowledge of safety standards and procedures.

Benefits

Lutheran SeniorLife offers a variety of benefits to employees and their families, as applicable, including but not limited to:

*based on employment status*

• Competitive Wages, Hiring Incentives, Generous Paid Time Off, Bereavement Leave & Paid Holidays
• Individual Coverage Health Reimbursement Arrangement (ICHRA) health benefits solution. ICHRA provides larger flexibility and customization in medical plan options while still providing the tax benefits of a group plan.
• Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability plans.
• Voluntary Suite of Benefits Available at Low Group Rates, including Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Identity Theft Protection, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, and Additional Life Insurance Options
• Employer-sponsored child care benefits.
• Immediate eligibility to participate in the employer-sponsored retirement savings plan
• FSA availability, depending on the individual health plan selected
• Total Wellness and WorkLife Balance resources, discounts, programs
• Tuition Reimbursement and Mileage Reimbursement for Eligible Employees
• Career Success - coaching, training, internships and recognition program

Lutheran SeniorLife and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers.