Maintenance

White-Pine,-Comforts-of-Home-; Cottage Grove (MN); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Maintenance position in Cottage Grove, MN is responsible for maintaining a well maintained, safe, and comfortable environment for residents and staff including the building and grounds.

The role requires 1-2 years of maintenance experience, ability to lift up to 60 pounds, and a valid driver’s license, with responsibilities spanning electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety system upkeep. The position is full-time and located in Cottage Grove, MN.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 1-2 years of maintenance experience.
• Ability to lift up to 60 pounds.
• Strong organizational skills, detail oriented and multitask.
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive.
• Must pass criminal background check.
• Must pass TB test.
• Experience with electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and safety systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily maintenance activities and respond to requests to ensure smooth operation.
• Review and perform preventative maintenance on the building, grounds and equipment.
• Maintain/issue equipment and troubleshoot system/equipment failures.
• Maintain safety and inspection records and service logs.
• Schedule, perform and log safety tests (Fire Alarm, pull cords, etc.).
• Prepare vacant rooms to rent-ready condition.
• Coordinate with outside contractors to ensure quality and compliance.
• Complete apartment/unit checklists and test equipment.
• Move furniture to prepare rooms for move-in and follow lifting procedures.
• Issue, cut and secure keys.
• Complete electrical, plumbing, or carpentry work if needed.
• Be on-call rotation for communities and be available by phone.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Ability to lift up to 60 pounds

Strong organizational skills

Professional communication skills

Valid driver's license and ability to

Detail oriented and multitask

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: Maintenance- Full time (Minimum 2 years of maintenance experience)

Location: Cottage Grove

Pay Range: $25.00 DOQ

Summary

The Maintenance position is responsible for maintaining a well maintained, safe, and comfortable environment for residents and staff including the building and grounds.

Primary Duties

• Plan daily maintenance activities and respond to daily maintenance requests and repairs to ensure smooth operation of designated facilities.
• Review and perform preventative maintenance on the building, grounds and equipment and keeps a detailed log of all repairs, replacements, and equipment checks.
• Maintain/issue equipment and troubleshoots system/equipment failures.
• Maintain service checks, interior/exterior upkeep, state and federal inspections, and performs safety checks.
• Ensures accurate maintenance records, service records, safety records, and vendor lists/contacts.
• Schedule, perform and log all safety tests (Fire Alarm, pull cords, etc.)
• Prepare vacant rooms to a rent ready condition following a move out.
• Check maintenance book/work orders for any jobs that need to be completed.
• Manage outside contractors to ensure quality of work and their knowledge and compliance with community safety policies and procedures.
• Complete apartment/unit checklist including testing all of the equipment and fixtures.
• Clean or replace window coverings.
• Patch, paint, rooms and facility and caulk bathrooms.
• Complete final walk through of room when all work is completed.
• Move furniture from rooms as needed to assist in preparing rooms for move-in. Follow proper lifting procedures and ask for assistance when needed.
• Issue, cut and secure all keys.

Other Responsibilities

• Complete any electrical, plumbing or carpentry work if needed.
• Participate in on call rotation of the communities if applicable or be on-call for your communities and be available by phone.
• Perform other duties as required and assigned.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 1-2 years of maintenance experience
• Ability to lift and carry up to 60 pounds
• Strong organizational skills including the ability to follow up, detail oriented and ability to multitask
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire suppression, fire irrigation and emergency call systems
• Able to complete basic maintenance services such as painting, simple plumbing, carpet removal, and equipment repair
• A sensitivity and aptitude for working with the elderly and/or disabled persons
• Professional communication skills
• Must have a valid drivers' license and ability to drive to designated facilities
• Must pass criminal background from Department of Human Services at the time of hire.
• Must be screened for and pass TB test

The job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee will also perform other reasonable related duties as assigned by the supervisor or other management personnel.

Management reserves the right to change job responsibilities, duties, and hours as needs prevail. This document is for management communication only and is not intended to imply a written or implied contract of employment.

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