MAINTENANCE WORKER

Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries; Pleasant Gap (PA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Health Insurance

Paid time off

401k with Roth Option

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms supplied

Continuing Education

Job summary

The Oaks at Pleasant Gap, operated by Allegheny Lutheran Social Ministries, seeks a Maintenance Worker to care for the grounds and facility. The role includes daily maintenance tasks, safety checks, and safe operation of the facility vehicle.

Responsibilities encompass floor care, equipment upkeep, and reporting hazards, while following infection control and fire safety policies. Join a team focused on resident well‑being in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid PA driver license, current auto insurance, and a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance tasks per daily work orders, including light bulbs, filters, temperature and safety monitoring.
• Transport residents using the facility vehicle and ensure it is safe to operate.
• Perform floor care: cleaning, stripping, waxing, and carpet shampooing.
• Care for grounds: mowing, snow removal, landscaping, weed control.
• Report hazards to supervisor and follow infection control and fire safety policies.
• Replenish supplies and maintain maintenance equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect residents’ privacy.

Skills

Valid PA driver license

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

The Oaks at Pleasant Gap, a personal care and independent living community, is actively seeking candidates for Maintenance Worker positions. This position will maintain the grounds and facility in a safe and clean manner.

Job Location: The Oaks at Pleasant Gap, Pleasant Gap, PA 16823

Employment type: Full time – 1st shift available. Opportunities also available for part time during the week.

This is a great opportunity to earn income and qualify for part-time benefits.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance functions in accordance with daily work assignments/schedules, including but not limited to:
  • Maintenance functions such as light bulb monitoring and changing, changing filters, monitoring temperatures, monitoring safety equipment and detectors, setting up and tearing down rooms for meetings and resident functions, moving and delivering packages and furniture.
  • Transportation functions—transport residents via facility vehicle; ensure vehicles are safe to operate.
  • Security functions.
  • Floor care—clean, strip and wax floors; shampoo carpets.
  • Trash and infectious waste removal.
  • Plumbing functions—unclogging drains.
  • Grounds care—mowing, snow removal, landscaping clean-up, weed control, external sweeping.
• Assure that the maintenance area and equipment are stored correctly and safely and are maintained in working order.
• Performs housekeeping duties of maintenance including floor, wall, ceiling, and fixture and equipment care.
• Report all hazardous conditions to supervisor.
• Follow infection control policies and procedures; use Personal Protective Equipment as needed.
• Follow fire safety policies and procedures and established smoking regulations.
• Replenish supplies in the work area and keep supervisor informed of supply needs.
• Safe management of maintenance equipment to protect residents.
• Maintains the confidentiality of resident information; honor residents’ personal property, personal space, and rights.
• Report all resident and staff grievances, complaints, and issues to supervisor.
• Attend and participate in in-service training, department meetings, and general staff meetings.
• Create and maintain an atmosphere of warmth, personal interest, and positive emphasis, as well as a calm environment throughout the facility.
• Follow attendance and facility dress code policies.
• May be subject to hazardous chemicals, adverse weather conditions, and infectious waste.
• Deal tactfully, patiently, enthusiastically, and harmoniously with residents, personnel, family members and visitors.
• Follow written and oral instructions from supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid PA driver license, current auto insurance, and a current, clean driving record required.
• Ability to push, pull, lift or move a minimum of 50 lbs.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Choice Benefits Program options including:
• Health Insurance (full-time team members)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance and ADD
• Generous paid time off program (full and part-time team members)
• Seven paid holidays per year (full-time only)
• Paid lunch or dinner period (work 7.5 hours, get paid for 8 hours)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401k with Roth Option
• Uniforms supplied based on position
• Continuing Education

How to apply

Visit our website at www.alsm.org, contact our Human Resources department for more information on ALSM and this opportunity, or stop by:

The Oaks at Pleasant Gap
200 Rachel Drive
Pleasant Gap, PA 16823

EOE