Maintenance Director

The-Blossoms; Little Rock (AR); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Blossoms in Little Rock, AR is seeking a dedicated maintenance technician to support our care facility. You will handle a range of tasks from landscaping and equipment upkeep to basic HVAC, electrical, and plumbing repairs, ensuring safe and comfortable living environments.

Candidates should be reliable, able to read and follow instructions, and demonstrate a caring attitude toward elderly residents. A high school diploma or GED is preferred, with professionalism in appearance and conduct

Qualifications

• Must read, write, speak, and understand English.
• Must display professionalism in appearance and attitude.
• Ability to solve problems and make independent decisions when warranted.
• Genuine care for elderly and disabled individuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist with landscaping tasks and general maintenance.
• Maintain lawn care equipment and building systems.
• Perform basic repairs to HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Repair/paint interior and exterior surfaces as needed.
• Assist with safety audits and life safety records.

Skills

English proficiency

Problem solving

Professionalism

Teamwork

Elder care awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Electrical tools

HVAC tools

Plumbing tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Come Join Our Team!!!

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist with landscaping tasks, mowing, trimming, planting, etc.
• Maintain lawn care equipment.
• Maintain exterior/interior door locks.
• Maintain/repair/clean windows and screens.
• Clean and/or paint exterior surfaces as needed.
• Replace burned out light bulbs in all areas of the facility.
• Clean/change air filters.
• Clean/vacuum refrigerator/freezer coils and compressors.
• Service heating and cooling units according to manufacturer guidelines and facility policies and procedures.
• Assist with fire drills and building evacuations.
• Complete life safety code assignments.
• Assist in maintaining plant operations and life safety records.
• Complete safety audits as assigned.
• Maintain handicapped bars in baths.
• Assist with HVAC, electrical and plumbing repairs.
• Repair/replace light fixtures.
• Test and record water temperatures.
• Repair call systems, cords, call bells, bed alarms, chair alarms.
• Perform commercial washer and dryer preventative maintenance and repairs.
• Ensure fire extinguishers are current and in proper working order.
• Perform minor equipment repair.
• Perform carpentry duties, operate saws, hand tools, etc.
• Repair/remove/replace ceiling tile.
• Repair walls, paint, caulk, strip and stain furniture, repair floor tile, install dry wall.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience with commercial maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing, electrical systems,alarm systems, appliances, commercial stoves, refrigerators, air-conditioning and heating units.
• General construction experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
• Must display professionalism both in appearance and attitude.
• Must possess the ability to solve problems and make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Must genuinely care for and understand the elderly and other persons with various disabilities.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with peers, residents, family members, visitors,government agency personnel and the general public.
• Must possess the ability and the willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must have patience, tact, a positive disposition and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult people.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.
• Must not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off