Property Maintenance Technician

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre; Fort Pierre (SD); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Peaceful Pines Senior Living - Fort Pierre in Fort Pierre, SD, seeks a Property Maintenance Technician to uphold safety, comfort, and a home-like environment across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care.

You will perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks; inspect grounds and systems; and assist with move-ins and daily operations, with a service-minded, hospitality-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Proactive maintenance mindset with focus on resident safety and comfort.
• Service-minded approach and hospitality in interactions.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals and maintenance documentation.
• Strong attention to detail and responsiveness to requests.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, repairs, and preventive inspections per standards.
• Inspect grounds, buildings, systems, and equipment for safety or maintenance concerns.
• Address maintenance requests and work orders promptly.
• Maintain logs for life safety and inspections.
• Support move-ins/move-outs and room transitions with professionalism.
• Operate tools and equipment safely and read technical manuals.

Skills

Preventive maintenance

Safety awareness

Customer service

Attention to detail

Troubleshooting

Carpentry

Problem solving

Job description

The Property Maintenance Technician (PMT) plays a vital role in creating and maintaining a safe, comfortable, welcoming, and home-like environment for residents across Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care. This position is responsible for the maintenance, repair, safety, and appearance of the community while supporting regulatory compliance and operational excellence.

At Peaceful Pines Senior Living, Living Life Together means recognizing that every role contributes to the resident experience. While the PMT's primary responsibilities focus on facilities, safety, and maintenance, the impact of this role extends far beyond buildings and equipment. The PMT helps create an environment where residents feel secure, comfortable, and proud to call Peaceful Pines home.

Through proactive maintenance, responsiveness, attention to detail, and a service-minded approach, the PMT supports the well-being of residents, team members, families, and visitors while preserving the quality and integrity of the community.

The Property Maintenance Technician reports to the Executive Director.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Environment, Safety & Whole-Person Living:

• Maintain a safe, comfortable, attractive, and home-like environment for residents, families, visitors, and team members.
• Recognize that the physical environment directly impacts residents' quality of life, dignity, comfort, and sense of well-being.
• Conduct routine inspections of community grounds, buildings, systems, and equipment to identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Proactively address maintenance needs to minimize disruptions to resident life and daily routines.
• Ensure all facility areas remain clean, functional, accessible, and welcoming.
• Support resident move-ins, move-outs, and room transitions with professionalism and care.
• Approach every maintenance request with urgency, professionalism, and hospitality, recognizing that timely service directly impacts the resident experience.

Maintenance Operations & Preventive Maintenance:

• Complete routine maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance inspections in accordance with company standards which supports efficient daily operations.
• Complete, prioritize, and manage maintenance requests, work orders, and repair projects in a timely manner.
• Maintain required maintenance, repair, life safety, and inspection logs.
• Monitor the condition and functionality of building systems and equipment.
• Operate tools, machinery, and maintenance equipment safely and efficiently.
• Read, interpret, and follow technical manuals, specifications, diagrams, and maintenance documentation.
• Troubleshoot equipment and building issues and implement appropriate solutions.
• Adapt to changing priorities and operational needs throughout the community.
• Proactively identify and resolve maintenance concerns before they disrupt resident comfort, safety, or daily routines.

Building Systems & Upkeep:

• Perform a variety of general maintenance and semi-skilled trade work including:
  • Carpentry
  • Painting
  • Basic electrical repairs
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Drywall repair
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Preventative maintenance activities
• Install, repair, and maintain facility components including:
  • Lighting systems
  • Heating and ventilation systems
  • Plumbing fixtures
  • Security systems
  • Alarm systems
  • Office equipment
  • Electrical components
• Monitor heating and cooling systems to maintain safe and comfortable building temperatures.
• Ensure all systems remain operational and compliant with applicable standards.

Resident Experience & Community Support:

• Provide courteous, respectful, and responsive service to residents,