What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Technician position at Wentworth Senior Living?
Open Position: Full-Time Maintenance Technician
Schedule: 36 hours/week, Flexible Schedule (emergency on-call work may be required)
Location: Portsmouth, NH - WSL is located steps from Portsmouth's Market Square and Prescott Park, behind the Strawbery Banke Museum
About Us: Wentworth Senior Living's success truly depends on the skill, dedication, and happiness of our staff. Together with the seniors who call our community home, our employees take pride in shaping their workplace culture, and it shows. With industry-leading resident and family satisfaction, WSL is proud to help residents and staff make lasting connections while ensuring our seniors are fully engaged in living better lives longer.
As a Maintenance Tech at Wentworth Senior Living, your responsibilities will include:
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Perform routine maintenance tasks including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, and painting.
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Respond to maintenance requests and work orders submitted by staff and residents.
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Conduct regular inspections of the facility, identifying and addressing safety hazards or maintenance needs.
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Ensure all equipment, tools, and systems are maintained and functioning properly.
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Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and repairs performed.
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Assist with groundskeeping and seasonal tasks such as snow removal or landscaping.
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Adhere to all health, safety, and sanitation standards in accordance with facility policy and local regulations.
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Interact respectfully and professionally with residents, staff, and visitors.
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Supports Custodian and Housekeeping Team when needed
Requirements for the Maintenance Tech role consist of:
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High school diploma or GED required.
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Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
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Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physical tasks, including climbing ladders and standing for extended periods.
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Familiarity with tools and safety practices.
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Experience in a healthcare, assisted living, or similar environment is a plus.
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Ability to pass a background check and comply with health-related screening requirements.
Benefits:
- Generous PTO Time
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401K savings plan with employer 4% match contribution after one year
- Life insurance coverage
- Short and long-term disability coverage
- Flexible spending and dependent care accounts
- Employee development and education reimbursement assistance
- Employee assistance program
- Free employee meals
- Referral bonus program
- Surprise rewards throughout the year
- High staff-to-residents ratio
Contingencies: All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check and drug test.
EEO Statement: WSL provides equal employment opportunities in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status or veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state, federal or local laws or ordinances.
*Ability to grow within company