Maintenance Assistant

Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

EAP & wellness programs

401(k) with match

Referral program

Paid time off

Job summary

Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake in Crystal Lake, IL seeks a Maintenance Assistant for a full-time role. You will oversee the safety program, maintain a secure resident home and working environment, and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

You will run a preventive maintenance program for HVAC, electrical and plumbing systems, handle maintenance requests, perform minor repairs and installations as directed, and engage residents with warmth and dignity.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED required.
• Experience in HVAC systems and/or electrical required.
• Prior senior living experience desired.
• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the Community safety program and maintains a secure resident home and environment.
• Maintains preventive maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, electrical systems.
• Completes all maintenance requests, scheduled and emergency, promptly.
• Repairs, replaces, and installs minor equipment and controls as directed.
• Maintains water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners and kitchen equipment.
• Maintains community plumbing systems.
• Performs exterior maintenance duties.
• Conducts fire and disaster drills with residents and team members.
• Engages residents with warmth, compassion and dignity in interactions.

Skills

HVAC experience

Electrical experience

Senior living experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $18.00 - $19.00 Hourly

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of the Maintenance Director, our Maintenance Assistant oversees the Community safety program and maintains a secure resident home and working environment in compliance with policy and regulations
• Sustains a preventative maintenance program to maintain proper functioning of all Community equipment, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems
• Completes all maintenance requests, both scheduled and emergency, quickly and efficiently
• Mechanically repair, replace, and/or install minor equipment, hardware, and controls. Such scope of work is to be cleared by the Executive Director
• Maintain water heaters, furnaces, air conditioners, kitchen equipment and associated equipment
• Maintain community plumbing systems
• Performs exterior maintenance duties
• Performs fire and disaster drill activities with residents and team members
• Engages with residents in a compassionate and impactful manner, cultivating a warm and supportive environment where the values of love, compassion, and dignity are reflected in every interaction

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent required
• Experience in HVAC systems and/or electrical required
• Prior Senior living experience desired
• Demonstrates exceptional interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

• Advancement and professional growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packages
• EAP & wellness programs
• 401(k) with biweekly employer match*
• Outside-In Employee Referral Program
• Intentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*
• Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)

*Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)