Senior Living Maintenance & Safety Specialist

Summit Hill Senior Living; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mission-driven team

Supportive environment

Job summary

RM Management, based in Minnesota, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine and preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and keep common areas and grounds well-maintained. You’ll coordinate with Sales and Marketing to prepare apartments for move-ins and act as a liaison with vendors.

The role emphasizes teamwork, resident-centered service, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to participate in budget discussions and trainings for emergency protocols.

Qualifications

• High school education required; post-secondary preferred.
• Ability to relate professionally and work cooperatively with residents and staff at all levels.
• Sensitive to the needs and concerns of the senior population.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems, following safety procedures.
• Ensure community compliance with state and federal maintenance and safety requirements, including life-safety policies.
• Maintain grounds and facility in safe, clean, and orderly condition (lawn care, snow removal, outdoor/indoor repairs).
• Prepare apartments for resident move-ins in coordination with Sales and Marketing.
• Establish and follow preventive maintenance schedules; maintain a work order system.
• Inspect apartments, equipment, and systems for safety and functionality; document hazardous conditions.
• Act as contact for vendors performing maintenance tasks.
• Report all incidents and accidents in writing to supervisors.
• Assist with department staff training on emergency procedures and operational protocols.
• Participate in staff meetings, in-service education, and provide input for operational and capital budgets.

Skills

People skills

Senior care sensitivity

Education

High school education

Post-secondary or technical training

Job description

RM Management, based in Minnesota, is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to perform routine and preventive maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and keep common areas and grounds well-maintained. You’ll coordinate with Sales and Marketing to prepare apartments for move-ins and act as a liaison with vendors.

The role emphasizes teamwork, resident-centered service, and adherence to safety procedures, with opportunities to participate in budget discussions and trainings for emergency protocols.