Property Maintenance Technician

Peaceful Pines Senior Living is committed to providing exceptional care and service with compassion. Our community offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We strive to create a family of employees who feel valued and supported in an environment that inspires excellence and fulfilment.

The Property Maintenance Technician will be responsible for providing support in creating a preventative maintenance system and procedures to manage daily operations efficiently. The Property Maintenance Technician will report to the Director of Maintenance and agrees to comply with and perform the duties and responsibilities as described below.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES TO INCLUDE:

• Specific skill-based competencies required include operating equipment used in skill trades, power, and hand tools, etc., adhering to safety practices and handling hazardous materials and planning/managing projects.
• Able to utilize defined and standardized processes. Operates a variety of job-related equipment. Able to problem solve, adapt to changing work priorities, understand and comply with life safety code, ADA, and OSHA regulations.
• Able to read, comprehend and follow technical manuals and documents.
• Complete and manage all required equipment, security, and safety checks.
• Complete all routine maintenance and repairs on facility and conduct preventive maintenance inspections as required by the South Dakota checklist.
• Coordinate and complete all projects and work orders efficiently.
• Maintain and manage all facilities repairs and maintenance log in compliance with the South Dakota Licensure requirements.
• Organize and transport residents to and from events and appointments.
• Complete general lawn care duties, gardening and clear sidewalks/entry of ice, snow, or debris.
• Develop and oversee the disaster plan procedures in compliance with the South Dakota Licensure requirements and conduct employee training on those procedures.
• Conduct ongoing training/education with employees on facility layout, operations, maintenance and repairs procedure and fire safety.
• Arrange furniture and equipment for the purpose of providing adequate preparations for special events and assist in resident move ins and outs.
• Install system component parts, office equipment and facility components (e.g., lighting, heating and ventilating systems, alarms, plumbing, security, electrical panels, etc.) for the purpose of providing a safe environment.
• Maintain condition of company vehicles, tools, and equipment to ensure safe operating conditions.
• Attend meetings, workshops, trainings, and seminars for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform all functions and conduct safety meetings.
• Perform a wide variety of general and semiskilled maintenance activities (e.g., carpentry, painting, electrical and etc.)
• Respond to emergency fire, and safety situations both during and ager hours, to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Conduct fire drills and other drills as required
• Monitor hearing and cooling systems to maintain acceptable temperature range in the building.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift fifty (50) pounds. Lifting or transferring items may involve lifting up to 100 pounds at times.
• Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull or carry equipment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to bend, stoop, stretch, twist, sit and reach.

Qualifications:

• Must have completed high school or equivalent GED.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have at least 3-5 years facility maintenance experience.
• Must submit to a TB test in accordance with state regulations.

HME Care is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Applicants who would like to request reasonable accommodation to the application or interview process should call Human Resources at 1-605-736-2732 or email hrdept@hmecompanies.net