Maintenance Assistant

Reflections Retirement Community; Crystal Lake (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Medical/dental/vision benefits

401(k) with employer match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Reflections Retirement Community in Crystal Lake, IL is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support a safe, comfortable living environment for residents. You will work under the Maintenance Director to sustain safety programs and perform routine upkeep of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and building systems.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED and experience with HVAC or electrical work, plus strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience with HVAC systems and/or electrical preferred.
• Experience in senior living desirable.
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Community safety program and maintain a secure resident home and working environment.
• Sustain a preventative maintenance program for HVAC, electrical, plumbing systems.
• Complete maintenance requests, both scheduled and emergency, quickly and efficiently.
• Repair, replace, or install minor equipment under Executive Director clearance.
• Maintain water heaters, furnaces, and kitchen equipment.
• Maintain community plumbing systems and exterior maintenance.
• Perform fire and disaster drill activities with residents and team members.
• Engage with residents in a compassionate and respectful manner reflecting the values of love, compassion, and dignity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Grand Victorian of Crystal Lake - CRYSTAL LAKE, IL 60012

Position Type: Full Time

Salary 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)