Maintenance

English Valley Nursing Care Center; North English (IA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

English Valley Nursing Care Center is seeking a maintenance-oriented individual to perform hands-on tasks and monitor equipment in a home-like environment. The role supports general facility operations, including heating/cooling systems, floor care, and grounds maintenance.

The ideal candidate enjoys practical work, shows problem-solving initiative, and can work independently or as part of a team while ensuring safety and resident comfort.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks as needed according to skills/abilities and facility policy.
• Monitor operation and condition of equipment and preventively/correctively maintain to minimize disruption.
• Assist in monitoring general systems such as heating/cooling; report problems immediately.
• Floor care (strip/wax/buff).
• Ensure tools, equipment, and supplies are available for maintenance duties.
• Keep outside walkways safe; remove snow/ice promptly.
• Assist with landscaping and grounds appearance.

Skills

Maintenance basics

Problem solving

Team player

Handyman skills

Job description

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities:

• Perform all maintenance tasks as needed, according to skills/abilities and consistent with regulations and facility policy.

• Monitor operation and condition of equipment and systems are monitored routinely, and preventive/corrective maintenance is done in a timely manner to minimize disruption to a safe, comfortable environment.

• Assist in monitoring operation of general systems such as heating/cooling; report problems or malfunctions immediately.

• Floor care (strip/wax/buff)

• Assure appropriate tools, equipment, materials, and supplies are available for performance of maintenance duties.

• Maintain outside walkways in a safe condition for use, i.e., assure prompt snow/ice removal.

• Assist with ensuring landscaping/facility grounds look presentable (weed control and outdoor projects)

• Assure facility or equipment modifications, preventive maintenance, or repairs are done in accordance with applicable procedures, codes, regulations, and laws.

• Follow material safety data sheets (MSDS).

• Follow waste disposal procedures in accordance with facility policy.

• Assist in inspections, fire and disaster drills, and training.

• Use equipment, tools, supplies, and chemicals according to instructions, observing safety precautions and protective measures.

Qualifications:

• Someone who enjoys hands-on work and experience.

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

• Basic knowledge of building maintenance, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Self starter.

• Interest in creating and maintaining a home-like atmosphere.

• Provide general upkeep and implement a preventative maintenance program.

• Proficiency with tools and equipment for basic repair work.

• Passion for providing excellent customer service to our residents.

• Previous maintenance experience preferred.

• Positive attitude and willingness to make a difference.