Maintenance Technician III

Covenant Retirement Communities & Covenant Care; Inverness (MS); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

PTO & holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer 3

Fitness center access

Job summary

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and related trades. You will handle preventative maintenance, emergency responses, and on-call duties to keep campus facilities operating smoothly.

Required are a high school diploma/GED, 5+ years in maintenance, and applicable trade licenses. A valid driver's license and the ability to train others are also essential.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or GED is required.
• Vocational training certificate or trade school preferred.
• Valid driver's license with safe driving record.
• HVAC, Plumbing or Electrical licenses/certifications required by breadth of duties.
• Five or more years of related maintenance experience with relevant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Install, repair and replace electrical devices and equipment (e.g., HVAC).
• Install, repair and replace plumbing fixtures.
• Repair and replace door/window closing devices and locks.
• Install shelving and furnishings; touch up areas.
• Perform preventative maintenance per schedule and complete daily work orders.
• Respond to emergencies and on-call maintenance shifts.
• Coordinate with supervisor and train other maintenance staff.

Skills

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Maintenance planning

On-call readiness

Education

High School diploma or GED

Vocational training certificate

HVAC license

Plumbing license

Electrical license

Job description

About the Role

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! Provide high quality skilled and specialized maintenance work in the following areas: physical plant, machinery and equipment, and preventive and corrective maintenance. Includes specialized responsibilities in the areas of heating and cooling (HVAC), refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, painting, telephone systems, call for aid, security, custodial, other environmental services functions. Complete maintenance assignments in apartments, common areas, offices and service areas. This may include: Installation, repair and replacement of electrical devices and equipment (e.g., HVAC), Installation, repair and replacement of plumbing fixtures, Repair and replacement of door and window closing devices and installation, Repair and replace locks as needed, Install shelving and other furnishings Touch Up apartments and common areas, Complete preventative maintenance functions according to the established schedule, Complete daily work orders. Communicate status of work orders completed, equipment and structure needing repair, etc. so there can be adequate planning to maintain the smooth operation of the campus. Respond to emergency situations and take proper corrective actions. Within prescribed guidelines, call service and warranty personnel when corrective action needed is beyond department's capability. Respond to maintenance issues on an on-call basis per the department rotation. Run errands for parts for the department as requested. Includes vehicle operation, as applicable for the location. Participate in required in-service training of new employees as required by state and federal mandates. Participates in departmental meetings. Participates in training other maintenance personnel in procedures. May help direct the work of other team members. Assist Maintenance Supervisor with overall coordination of Maintenance Department.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation, repair and replacement of electrical devices and equipment (e.g., HVAC)
• Installation, repair and replacement of plumbing fixtures
• Repair and replacement of door and window closing devices and installation
• Repair and replace locks as needed
• Install shelving and other furnishings Touch Up apartments and common areas
• Complete preventative maintenance functions according to the established schedule
• Complete daily work orders.
• Communicate status of work orders completed, equipment and structure needing repair, etc. so there can be adequate planning to maintain the smooth operation of the campus.
• Respond to emergency situations and take proper corrective actions.
• Within prescribed guidelines, call service and warranty personnel when corrective action needed is beyond department's capability.
• Respond to maintenance issues on an on-call basis per the department rotation.
• Run errands for parts for the department as requested.
• Includes vehicle operation, as applicable for the location.
• Participate in required in-service training of new employees as required by state and federal mandates.
• Participates in departmental meetings.
• Participates in training other maintenance personnel in procedures.
• May help direct the work of other team members.
• Assist Maintenance Supervisor with overall coordination of Maintenance Department.

Education & Work Experience

• Required Degree: High School graduate or equivalent (GED)
• Preferred Degree: Vocational training certificate or trade school
• Certificate(s): Valid driver's license and safe / clean driving record, due to vehicle operation as applicable for the location.
• Due to the breadth of the job, at least one of the following is required: HVAC certifications/licenses
• Plumbing certifications/licenses
• Electrical certifications/licenses
• Experience: Must have five (5) + years related maintenance experience working in a similar position, and specialized education or training with certification in electric, plumbing, HVAC and maintenance repair procedures (see above).

Knowledge, Skills and Ability

• Must be able to diagnose a variety of HVAC equipment, including, but not limited to: RTU's, Air handlers, water heaters and water sourced heat pumps.
• Must be able to read and understand technical drawings, such as as-builts, schematic drawings, wiring diagrams and installation manuals.
• Must be able to communicate effectively (verbal and written, English) with residents and staff.
• Must be able to read and understand written instructions and follow safety practices.
• Must be cordial and congenial with residents.
• Must be dependable, detail oriented, organized, and have good follow through.
• Must be able to work within standard policy and procedures, and work with limited direct supervision.
• Must be able to organize work orders/daily maintenance schedule to finish each day's assignment.
• Must have the ability to handle a variety of tasks and functions.
• Must be able to react calmly in emergency situations.
• Must have the ability to show patience and compassion to senior adults.
• Must be considerate of resident's comfort, safety, security and belongings.
• Must have ability to use IT devices to track and complete work orders though computer systems.

Physical Requirements

• Mobility in order to move about the campus (may include multiple buildings, depending on location).
• Frequent stooping, bending, climbing, reaching, pulling / pushing, and long periods walking and/or standing.
• Occasional lifting (with assistance) of weights up to 100 pounds.
• Requires ability and mobility to operate mechanical equipment, hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, campus vehicles, climb ladders, and work in difficult positions.
• Must possess adequate sight and hearing to meet the responsibilities of this position.
• May be exposed to some unpleasant conditions or adverse weather conditions.
• Must be able to safely work and be comfortable with chemicals, climbing to various heights, increased noise levels, and power tool operation.

Compensation

#SupportServices Compensation Pay Range: $19.91 - $27.08 per hour Reasonable Pay Estimate A reasonable estimate of the pay range for this position is $19.91 - $27.08 per hour. There are numerous factors taken into consideration in determining the actual offered rate of pay, including but not limited to: job-related qualifications, experience, skills, education, geographic location, and consideration of internal and external equity. For full time employees, we offer a generous benefits package that includes: Medical, dental and vision insurance Employer paid group term life and disability Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays 403(b) with a 3% employer match Fitness center use at most facilities. Various voluntary benefits: Life, AD&D Tuition assistance and scholarships Employee assistance program Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program Pet Insurance

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid group term life and disability
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays
• 403(b) with a 3% employer match
• Fitness center use at most facilities.
• Life, AD&D
• Tuition assistance and scholarships
• Employee assistance program
• Legal services, home/auto insurance
• discount purchasing program
• Pet Insurance

For more information about Covenant Living and CovenantCare at Home, please visit www.covliving.org or www.covenantcareathome.org.

Covenant Living and CovenantCare Home Health and Hospice are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, disability, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by local laws, regulations, or ordinances.

Covenant Living & CovenantCare at Home are faith-based Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) & Home Health organization. From the establishment of our first community - Covenant Home of Chicago in 1886 - to becoming the fifth-largest not-for-profit CCRC sponsor in the LeadingAge Ziegler Top 150, our goal has been to provide outstanding care and services to senior adults. We believe we are inspired to serve. We create joy and peace of mind for residents and their families by providing a better way of life. These are the standards of behavior we hold ourselves to in serving our residents.

Core Values

• Safety I learn & follow safety policies & procedures. I immediately report unsafe conditions for staff, residents, & guests and fix when possible. I protect residents, co-workers, & myself from unsafe conditions and practices by reporting unsafe conditions and fixing it or having it fixed.
• Courtesy I smile & acknowledge everyone that I encounter. I carry myself in a manner that projects positivity, approachability, & respectfulness. I address the concerns of others by actively listening & seeking solutions.
• Responsiveness I take initiative to respond to the needs of others in a timely manner to achieve resolution. I anticipate the needs of others and respond in a timely manner. I communicate to others who need to join me in responding to the needs of others. I return phone calls within 24 hours. I identify action steps and communicate them to all vested parties.
• Image I ensure our environment is professional, welcoming, & clean. I follow CL policies, procedures, & all regulations.

We have approximately 3,200 employees serving more than 5,000 residents in our nationwide family of continuing care retirement communities and home health. Construction and development continues on several of our 14 campuses, ensuring ever more exciting opportunities for employees to serve residents.