Essential Job Responsibilities:

Building Exterior

• Ensure that lawns and flowerbeds are manicured, watered and fertilized.
• Ensure that roads are plowed during the winter, driveways and sidewalks are cleared of snow, and sidewalks are salted to prevent icing.

General Maintenance

• Establish and carry out a preventative maintenance program.
• Inspect building and grounds daily and repair items identified as needing repair.
• Ensure safe and proper storage of cleaning supplies, chemicals, tools and equipment.
• Check daily for work requests of staff and residents and complete requests promptly.
• Reports problems with the interior and exterior of the building and any equipment to Executive Director.
• Assist with development of the maintenance budget and operate within budget guidelines.
• Perform periodic structural (visual) assessments of the building and report any observed defects.
• Provide weekly inspections and routine maintenance on company vehicles. Arrange for all repair work and routine maintenance for handicap lift.
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors for any required maintenance/ repair work.
• Requisition supplies needed within the annual budget, requesting approval for non-budgeted items.
• Ensure proper removal and disposal of trash.
• Assist with room setup and cleanup for special events.

Work with management team to ensure efficient operation of facility

• Ensure a safe living environment.
• Assist with serving meals, as needed.
• Assume on-call duties, as required.

• Report any on-the-job injuries to the supervisor before the end of the work shift on the day the injury occurs.
• Maintain confidentiality of verbal and written information pertaining to residents, community operations and personnel.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education, Experience and Other Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 3-5 years experience in maintenance or environmental services
• Experience in grounds maintenance (lawn and plant care)
• Experience with cleaning occupied apartments, hotel cleaning, or long-term care facilities

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required

• Promote teamwork in providing services to residents.

• Function and operation of kitchen appliances, office equipment, maintenance equipment and grounds equipment, with ability to do minor repairs
• Understanding of and ability to repair minor plumbing, carpentry and electrical problems
• Proper care and maintenance of lawns, trees, shrubs, and other plants
• Drywall repair and painting
• Outdoor responsibilities in winter and summer

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with general cleaning procedures
• Food handling regulations
• HVAC certification is a plus.
• Willingness to learn and help others
• Enjoyment in working with older adults