Maintenance Technician

Gurwin Healthcare System; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Gurwin Healthcare System seeks a full-time Maintenance Technician for its independent living community, Fountaingate Gardens in Commack, NY. You will support cleanliness, safety, and functionality across the property, handling preventive maintenance and occasional overtime or on-call shifts as needed.

Ideal candidates bring a safety-first mindset, attention to detail, and strong communication. A valid driver’s license and ability to perform physical tasks are required in this role at a dynamic

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work varied days and shifts in independent living community.
• Strong safety awareness and adherence to safety policies.
• Customer-first service approach with reliable prior performance.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain property standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality.
• Respond to service requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and inspections.
• Perform unit turnover activities, including cleaning, painting, and repairs.
• Safely operate hand and power tools and conduct equipment audits.
• Participate in snow removal and on-call rotation as needed.
• Communicate timelines, priorities, and progress with management.

Skills

Positive attitude

Safety-first mindset

Customer-first service

Team-oriented

Attention to detail

Reliability

Independent problem solving

Effective communication

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Gurwin Healthcare System is a full healthcare continuum providing extraordinary care to the Long Island community and beyond. Set primarily on a 36-acre campus in Commack, NY, the Gurwin Healthcare System includes the 460-bed Gurwin Jewish Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, Gurwin's Assisted Living community (Gurwin Jewish ~ Fay J. Lindner Residences), our independent living community (Fountaingate Gardens), Island Nursing and Rehab Center, and two certified (CHHA) and licensed home care (LHCSA) agencies.

We are currently seeking a full-time Maintenance Technician who is able to work varied days and shifts in our independent living community, Fountaingate Gardens.

What You Bring to Gurwin Healthcare System

• A positive attitude
• Safety-first mindset and adherence to all safety policies
• A customer-first approach to service
• Team-oriented approach and strong work ethic
• High attention to detail and accountability for quality and timeliness of work
• Reliability, dependability, and initiative to solve problems independently. Ability to work independently through task completion
• Commitment to completing time-sensitive tasks and communicating timelines.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

Key Responsibilities

• Knowledge of and compliance with company standards, policies, and procedures
• Maintain property standards for cleanliness, appearance, safety, and functionality
• Maintains a professional appearance at all times by practicing good personal hygiene and wearing a clean, presentable uniform.
• Respond to service requests in a timely, professional, and customer-focused manner
• Flexibility to work overtime, on weekends, and participate in the emergency on-call rotation as dictated by business needs.
• Assist with preventative maintenance programs and scheduled inspections
• Conduct property walks and equipment audits; identify and address maintenance issues
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Perform unit turnover activities, including cleaning, painting, and repairs
• Maintain consistent communication with the management team regarding timelines, priorities, and progress
• Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds, climbing, bending, kneeling, and standing for extended periods
• Participate in snow removal activities as directed by the management team
• This is not intended to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities; duties may change based on business needs.

Technical Knowledge

Working knowledge and hands-on experience with:

• Various HVAC systems
• Plumbing (water heaters, drain clearing, fixture repair and replacement)
• Minor electrical repairs
• Appliance repair
• Drywall preparation and repair, painting, and basic carpentry

General understanding of building systems, including fire sprinkler, fire alarm, and central mechanical/HVAC systems (as applicable)

Understanding of and ability to assist with work order management and apartment make-ready processes

Ability to learn and effectively navigate assigned maintenance applications and related technologies

Development & Training

• Ongoing technical training
• Providing resources and support to help you successfully complete and maintain all necessary credentials, such as EPA type I, II & Universal, CPR, CPO, and standpipe certifications (NYC).
• Online training coursework to support ongoing development
• Internal growth opportunities

We offer an excellent salary, dynamic work environment and a comprehensive benefits package.

EOE M/F/D/V