Lead Maintenance Technician

The Lodge at Historic Lewes; Lewes (DE); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading senior living development company is seeking a Lead Maintenance Technician. This role involves ensuring operational systems, completing maintenance tasks, and supervising team efforts in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should have a strong technical background, supervisory experience, and a passion for working with seniors.

Benefits

Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits

Generous PTO package, including your birthday as a paid holiday

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401k with company match

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Minimum one year maintenance experience required.
• Minimum one year previous supervisory experience.
• Technical knowledge in HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems essential.

Responsibilities

• Oversee maintenance operations, ensuring all systems function correctly.
• Complete work orders and perform preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate painting and refurbishing projects.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Mechanical ability

Customer service skills

Time management skills

Problem solving skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Technical school education preferred

Job description

Lead Maintenance Technician

The Lead Maintenance Technicianis responsible for overseeing the maintenance operations of the facility, ensuring that all systems are functioning correctly and addressing any issues that may arise.

The Perks of Working with Us

• Competitive pay plus comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)

• Generous PTO package, including your birthday as a paid holiday!

• Medical, dental and vision insurance

• 401k with company match

• Employee assistance program

Top Reasons to Work with Us

• Family-owned and operated management company

• Team approach to work

• Smaller by design – Vantage Point is not a big national chain and that means more corporate involvement and support of the team

• Make a difference in the lives of those who live with us

Description of responsibilities:

• Maintain 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.

• Complete work orders in a timely manner

• Perform preventative maintenance according to schedule

• Complete apartment turnovers

• Coordinate completion of painting and refurbishing projects

• Perform carpet and hard surface floor maintenance

• Assist with housekeeping as needed

• Ensure compliance with Fire Safety and Disaster Preparedness Evacuation procedures

• Maintain emergency call system

• Drive company vehicles as needed

• On-call for building emergencies

• In the absence of the Facilities Director, oversee maintenance and housekeeping teammates

• Perform other duties as assigned

Required experience:

• High School Diploma/GED

• Technical school education preferred

• Minimum one (1) year maintenance experience

• Minimum one (1) year previous supervisory experience

Required skills:

• Must have 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

• Knowledge of construction principles

• Must possess an understanding of OSHA, fire prevention, and life and safety regulations

• Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals

• Interest in working with a senior population

• Demonstrated customer service skills

• Ability to handle multiple priorities

• Organization and time management skills

• Good judgement, problem solving, and decision-making skills

• Must be able to work independently

Who Is Vantage Point Retirement Living?

Headquartered in Exton, Pennsylvania, Vantage Point Retirement Living is a senior living development and management company that has been ensuring area seniors enjoy vibrant, carefree, and healthy lifestyles since 1995. Widely recognized for our hands-on, personal involvement, we have decades of experience creating incredible communities. We are a local family-run organization backed by big-business experience, but regionally focused. Our family-oriented company is invested in our senior living communities because we live here, too. We do senior living…better. And it all starts with our team.

VP Advantage Services LLC/ Vantage Point Retirement Living is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Our company’s philosophy is our commitment to non-discriminatory practices for our residents, staff, and business partners. Through our cultural awareness, we celebrate the diversity of residents and staff by supporting various celebrations, history, and means of acknowledgment of all cultures we serve.