Maintenance Technician

Who We Are:

Voted Best of Austin in 2022, Longhorn Village is a Texas born and bred not-for-profit retirement community that guarantees independent living for our residents, plus a full continuum of on-site care that includes assisted living, memory care, skilled nursing and rehabilitation. If you love providing exceptional customer service and are interested in serving the needs of a growing community of active-minded senior adults, please consider joining our award-winning team.

Who You Are:

We are seeking a candidate with a strong positive attitude toward customer service to act as a Maintenance Technician. This person will have a genuine interest in geriatric care and be able to motivate while maintaining relationship with staff and residents. The right candidate will always strive to do the best job possible, to be creative and to work towards accomplishing facility goals.

Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Maintenance Supervisor, the Maintenance Technician is primarily responsible for performing general/preventive maintenance and repairs on all physical structures and certain facility equipment, as well as grounds maintenance in compliance with established safety rules, policies, and procedures.

Accountabilities:

• Performs scheduled maintenance checks throughout the facility which may include assisting inspectors and contractors in the testing, inspection or repair of equipment, building/mechanical systems and structure; responds to all emergencies such as: fire, smoke, panic alarms.
• Performs scheduled maintenance on equipment according to manufacturer’s recommendations and operation manuals; performs maintenance repairs such as: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, etc.
• Completes work orders and special projects in a timely manner; keeps maintenance shop and storage areas neat and orderly; maintains tools and equipment in good working order.
• Is on call for all disaster emergencies such as: snow, ice storms, fire, tornadoes and floods; is placed on a weekly on call schedule.
• Maintain work area and keep the department in compliance with OSHA safety standards.
• Effectively communicates both verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrates the community hospitality promises towards residents, families, associates and vendors.

Full Time Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA
• Short Term Disability, Accident, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 403B Retirement Savings Plan with discretionary employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount Meal Program

1. High school graduate or equivalent required; graduate of accredited technical school preferred.
2. A minimum of 1-3 years of hands-on maintenance and/or mechanical experience.
3. Must maintain a valid driver’s license.
4. Position may require certification or license as determined by local authority.