Hands-On Maintenance Technician (Grounds & Repairs)

Elderwood; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Elderwood Maintenance team members support resident well-being by performing repairs to buildings and furnishings, keeping grounds tidy, and handling snow/ice removal. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and dependable service in a health-care setting.

Qualifications include one year in related maintenance work, a valid driver license, and the ability to read/write and communicate in English at an intermediate level. On-call responsibilities may apply.

Qualifications

• Minimum 18 years of age.
• Minimum one (1) year of related work experience in field such as maintenance, carpentry, contracting, etc.
• Current, valid driver license.
• Participation in facility on-call program which may include working “off-hours”.
• HS diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Display of genuine concern for the elderly; a dependable, patient and compassionate attitude towards residents.
• This position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors. In order to ensure a safe work environment for residents, coworkers, visitors, and/or supervisors, this position requires that the employee be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Assists with and performs duties related to electricity, plumbing, painting, carpentry (including furniture refinishing or repair); mechanics (including equipment and mechanical systems); heating, cooling and water systems (except those services performed under service contract with outside contractors).
• Assists with and perform duties related to maintenance of grounds, parking lots, and driveways (including snow/ice removal, except those performed under service contract).
• Handles incoming and outgoing freight, as needed; lifts and moves heavy furniture and equipment.
• Observes residents' rights and treats all residents with courtesy, respect and kindness.
• Drives company vehicle as needed/requested.
• Arrives to work on time, regularly, and work as scheduled; responsible for own transportation.
• Observes and practices confidentiality of resident information and privacy when performing job duties.
• Attends facility meetings, staff meetings, and required or preferred inservices.
• Generates and develops ideas which improve the quality of care for residents or increase position productivity and satisfaction.
• Performs all position duties according to safety rules and standards of practice required for this position, and as required to ensure the general safety of staff, residents and visitors of this facility.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication skills

Reading/Writing

Safety & PPE

Autonomy

Integrity & work ethic

Education

HS diploma or equivalent preferred

Tools

Lawn mowers

Snowblowers

Power tools

Job description

Elderwood Maintenance team members support resident well-being by performing repairs to buildings and furnishings, keeping grounds tidy, and handling snow/ice removal. The role emphasizes safety, confidentiality, and dependable service in a health-care setting.

Qualifications include one year in related maintenance work, a valid driver license, and the ability to read/write and communicate in English at an intermediate level. On-call responsibilities may apply.