Maintenance Assistant Full-Time

Crestviewcares; Columbia Heights (MN); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Assistant to ensure the safety and functionality of its facilities. This role involves performing routine and emergency repairs, including HVAC maintenance, plumbing, and general upkeep of the grounds. The ideal candidate will possess strong customer service skills, a high school diploma, and experience in maintenance roles, particularly in senior living environments. Join a compassionate team that values the well-being of older adults and enjoy a supportive work environment with comprehensive benefits, including medical insurance and generous paid time off.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Voluntary Supplemental Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Holidays

Generous Paid Time Off

Retirement Savings Plan 403(B)

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; experience in plumbing, HVAC, and electrical repairs.
• Ability to communicate effectively and establish relationships with residents.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preventative maintenance and emergency repairs for buildings and grounds.
• Perform repairs on HVAC systems, plumbing, and appliances as needed.
• Maintain a high level of customer service with residents and staff.

Skills

Plumbing Repairs

HVAC Maintenance

Carpentry Skills

Electrical Repairs

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Communication Skills

Education

High School Graduate or Equivalent

Tools

Ladders

Hand Tools

Power Tools

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Crest View Corporation - Columbia Heights, MN

Salary Range: $24.00 - $26.00 Hourly

Job Shift: Day Shift

Description

Crest View Senior Communities is a faith-based, not for profit organization looking for a positive and compassionate Maintenance Assistant to serve older adults on our Columbia Heights campus.

Crest View Senior Communities offers the following benefits for full-time staff:

• Medical Insurance - Choice of 3 Medica HDHP/HSA plans
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance
• Voluntary Eye Med Insurance
• Dental Insurance - Choice of 2 Delta Dental plans - cost is greatly reduced if enrolled on medical plan. Option to join if not on Medical.
• Company paid group term life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) for employees who work 30+ hours per week
• Additional Short-Term Leave (STL) bank for employees who work 30+ hours per week
• Retirement savings plan 403(B)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Assistant is responsible for assisting the Director of Environmental Services for preventative maintenance, routine and emergency repairs to permit the continued use, operation, and safety of the buildings, facilities, and grounds, as well as snow removal and lawn care, and other duties assigned by management.

Responsibilities & Duties:

1. Treat residents, families/responsible parties, staff, volunteers, and visitors with a high level of customer service and respect at all times.
2. Perform preventative maintenance, including oil and grease pumps, motors, exhaust units, filters, belts, fluid levels, and other needs as required.
3. Repair and maintain heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC) systems.
4. Repair and maintain plumbing.
5. Repair appliances in apartments, units, and common areas.
6. Maintain and repair windows and screens.
7. Clean and maintain trash chute and dumpsters.
8. Keep supervisor apprised of building maintenance, cleaning, or safety concerns.
9. Assess and address pest issues with vendors and internal team.
10. Responsible for lawn care and snow removal.
11. Respond to work orders and maintain audit systems.
12. Maintain and responsibly use current inventory of residential and mechanical equipment and supplies.
13. Respond to work orders and maintain work order log timely.
14. Share on-call responsibilities with maintenance staff per on-call policy as needed.

Qualifications

General Qualifications:

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Boiler’s license or ability to obtain.
• Ability and experience with repairs in plumbing, heating, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical, preferably in senior living/long term care environments.
• Experience working with older adults or disabled populations.
• Knowledge of housing with services or nursing home regulations and county/city codes and regulations.
• Ability to safely use equipment, understand and follow directions, and identify emergencies, as well as knowledge about tenant/resident rights.
• Ability to work with people and establish satisfactory relationships with residents, families, providers, and coworkers.
• Ability to use time wisely, working with frequent interruptions and minimal supervision, while prioritizing and organizing duties.
• Ability to problem solve and be proactive.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including electronic and telephone communication.

Physical Qualifications:

• Must be able to communicate with staff, family, and residents and to use the telephone, fax, and electronic communication methods.
• Must have the ability to read typewritten documents, including product directions and safety data sheets, instructions, and equipment dials and gauges.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Role requires frequent bending, squatting, stooping, sitting, walking, standing, pushing and pulling movements, as well as climbing stairs and working from ladders.
• Willingness to work in an environment where he or she may be subjected to offensive odors, spills, noises, and cleaning chemicals.