Maintenance Technician

Cogir Senior Living; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Ins.

Paid Vacation and Holidays

401K with company match

Free meals at work

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cogir Senior Living is seeking a proactive Maintenance Technician to uphold the building's structural integrity and address maintenance requests across our communities. The role requires hands-on experience with electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and general repairs, with a focus on timely, quality service for residents.

The ideal candidate has at least two years in maintenance, can work independently, and communicates well with residents and team members while following safety standards and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years maintenance/handyman experience in senior living, multi-apartment, or hotel setting.
• Strong repair skills across HVAC, drywall, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, painting, and floor care.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.
• Friendly, professional customer-service demeanor.
• Comfort with cleaning chemicals, tools, and machinery.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and floor care.
• Complete repairs promptly following safety standards.
• Maintain equipment and inventory and service logs.
• Repair vacated rooms and prepare for new residents.
• Maintain common areas, walls, floors, doors, and woodwork.
• Coordinate with inspectors and fire marshal as required.
• Ensure compliance with local and state codes.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Painting

Floor care

Drywall repair

Texturing

Time management

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Description

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities spanning 11 states nationwide. As a trusted leader in senior housing, we are dedicated to growth while maintaining our commitment to exceptional care for our residents and a supportive, growth-focused environment for our team members.

THE COMPANY

At Cogir, our culture is rooted in the core values of human focus, creativity, and excellence, which inspire us to continuously improve and achieve excellence in all we do. Join us in our mission to enrich the lives of our residents while building a meaningful and fulfilling career!

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• Early access to paycheck (pay on demand).
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
• Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
• 401K with company match.
• Free meals at work.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

POSITION SUMMARY

Our maintenance technician is responsible for maintaining the structural integrity of the building and addressing all company maintenance-related issues, ensuring that all repairs and services are completed promptly and per operating and safety standards. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining building systems, equipment, and appliances, as well as addressing any maintenance concerns promptly and efficiently. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and dedicated to delivering exceptional service.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform routine building maintenance as directed, completing tasks such as electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, floor care, pressure washing, basic plumbing, and appliance repairs.
• Ensure that all repairs and service orders are completed promptly, following operating and safety standards.
• Maintain scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment.
• Repair vacated rooms promptly and prepare for a new resident's move-in.
• Ensure that the walls, floor coverings, doors, and woodwork in the community's common areas are well-maintained.
• Monitor and manage maintenance supplies and equipment inventory.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance work performed, including service logs, equipment maintenance, and inventory tracking.
• Maintain positive communication with the local fire marshal, building inspector, state elevator inspector, and any other jurisdictions governing the community.
• Work within the legal scope of local and state codes.

Requirements

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education and certificates:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Professional maintenance-related certifications are a plus, but not required.

Experience, Competencies, and Skills:

• At least two (2) years of prior maintenance or handyman experience in a senior living, multi-apartment, or hotel setting is required.
• A well-rounded general maintenance skillset, including experience with HVAC, drywall repair and texturing, carpentry, minor electrical, plumbing, basic repairs, painting, floor care, and landscaping.
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks efficiently, with good time management and organizational skills.
• Friendly and professional demeanor with a customer service mindset.
• Comfortable working with cleaning chemicals, tools, and machinery.