Maintenance Assistant/Driver

The Carriages; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

The Carriages in Bloomington, IL is seeking a Maintenance Technician/Driver to keep resident rooms and common areas in excellent repair and to provide safe transportation for residents. This role requires basic maintenance skills and a valid driver’s license with a clean MVR, plus the ability to operate a wheelchair lift and respond quickly to repair needs.

You will work to uphold safety standards and support a welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff, including completing

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of general maintenance experience.
• Experience with drywall, plumbing, painting, and light electrical work is required.
• Ability to be a self-starter and make independent decisions.
• Capable of following through with projects with minimal assistance after explanation.
• A valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and an acceptable MVR report are required.
• At least one year of professional driving or transportation experience is highly preferred.
• Operating a wheelchair lift (training available at the community).
• CPR/First Aid Certification within the first 90 days of employment (provided by The Carriages).

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including minor plumbing, painting, drywall, and light electrical work.
• Maintain the residence, common areas, and grounds in a clean, safe, and well-maintained condition.
• Prepare vacant rooms or apartments for new residents.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and repair needs.
• Follow all safety, fire, and OSHA guidelines, including proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Provide safe transportation for residents to appointments, outings, and activities.
• Assist residents when entering and exiting vehicles, including use of wheelchair lifts when needed.
• Complete routine inspections and report any safety concerns or needed repairs.
• Support a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff.

Skills

General maintenance

Self-starter

Independent decisions

Project follow-through

Driver's license

Professional driving

Wheelchair lift operation

CPR/First Aid

Job description

The Carriages of Bloomington is growing our TEAM, and we are looking for exceptional individuals to fill our Maintenance Technician/Driver position. We take pride in providing our Residents with quality care, sensitivity, and kindness while respecting their independence.

The Maintenance Technician/Driver is required to keep the residence and grounds in good repair in accordance with current applicable federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations; maintain a clean and safe environment for residents; prepare vacant rooms/apartments for new residents, provide safe transportation for residents, and respond promptly to all repair needs.

OUR CORE PRINCIPLES

• SERVICE & GROWTH We will be passionate about caring for and serving our residents and their families, and in seeking new residents.
• LEADERSHIP We will seek to build effective leaders at every level of the organization.
• SIMPLICITY We will focus on the fundamentals.
• IMPROVEMENT We will get a little better each day.
• STEWARDSHIP We will be good stewards of all our resources.
• ATTITUDE We will enthusiastically support each other in accomplishing our mission and goals.
• PERSEVERANCE We will never give up.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repairs, including minor plumbing, painting, drywall, and light electrical work.
• Maintain the residence, common areas, and grounds in a clean, safe, and well-maintained condition.
• Prepare vacant rooms or apartments for new residents.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests and repair needs.
• Follow all safety, fire, and OSHA guidelines, including proper handling of materials and equipment.
• Provide safe transportation for residents to appointments, outings, and activities.
• Assist residents when entering and exiting vehicles, including use of wheelchair lifts when needed.
• Complete routine inspections and report any safety concerns or needed repairs.
• Support a safe, comfortable, and welcoming environment for residents, families, and staff.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of general maintenance experience.
• Experience with drywall, plumbing, painting, and light electrical work.
• Ability to be a self-starter and make independent decisions.
• Capable of following through with projects with minimal assistance after explanation and demonstration if needed.
• A valid driver’s license, proof of insurance, and an acceptable MVR report are required.
• At least one year of professional driving or transportation experience is highly preferred.
• Operating a wheelchair lift (training available at the community).
• CPR/First Aid Certification within the first 90 days of employment (provided by The Carriages).

Knowledge Requirements

• Safety and fire codes.
• OSHA and MSDS sheets.
• Familiarity with memory care residents preferred.
• 24 hours per week.

If you love to work with seniors and are looking for a meaningful job experience; we would love to meet you! At The Carriages, we do things a little bit differently and we would love to welcome you to our TEAM!

The Carriages is an Equal Opportunity Employer