Columbia – Full-time Maintenance and Repair Worker/Groundskeeper

When you are part of our team, you do work that matters! Maintenance and Repair Workers/Groundskeepers are essential to keeping our community safe, secure, and well-maintained. Joining the Luthercare team can be a deeply fulfilling career choice for compassionate individuals who enjoy building meaningful relationships with older adults and their families and who may be looking for opportunities to grow in their career. Plus, you’ll join a team of dedicated professionals who want to provide the best customer service and care to our residents.

We’re currently seeking a full-time Maintenance and Repair Worker/Groundskeeper to join our team at St. John’s Herr Estate, the Luthercare community in Columbia, PA. We are currently hiring a full time day shift position.

We believe that a happy and fulfilled team is key to providing the best possible care, which is why we offer a variety of benefits that promote work-life balance. As a team member, you receive competitive pay and a fantastic benefits package that includes health/dental/vision insurance that includes spousal and family coverage, 403(b) retirement plan with a 4% company contribution, and a daily pay option to ensure that you have access to your hard-earned wages when you need them. We also offer generous paid time off, employee assistance programs for mental health and personal support, access to our campus gym, discounts to our Luthercare for Kids childcare centers, and opportunities for career growth, advancement, and continuing education, including tuition reimbursement and scholarships. You also receive a 20% discount on all meals at our on-campus restaurants and can take advantage of several dining opportunities – from specially prepared takeout meals to themed dinners – throughout the year.

WHAT YOU DO:

As a Maintenance and Repair Worker/Groundskeeper at St. John’s Herr Estate, you’re an integral part of ensuring our buildings, grounds, equipment, and vehicles are safe and well-maintained by utilizing your semi-skilled and skilled trades experience. You’ll do this in a variety of ways, including:

Performing building, electrical, and mechanical trades work to include HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, interior/exterior painting, roof repair, electrical repairs, electronics troubleshooting, vehicle maintenance, etc. Completing troubleshooting and preventative maintenance to avoid costly breakdowns.

• Basic tasks, including but not limited to, repairing dry wall and paint; clearing clogged drains and commodes; fixing leaks and replacing faucet washers; repairing sticking doors and noisy hingers; tightening handrails; repairing wheelchairs, vehicles, and small/major appliances.
• Assisting with snow removal and basic groundskeeping, including trash removal.
• Aiding in lifting and moving heavy objects.
• Utilize good customer service skills during daily interactions with residents.

ABOUT ST. JOHN’S HERR ESTATE: At St. John’s Herr Estate, located at 200 Luther Lane in Columbia, older adults enjoy a healthy, active retirement while living in our maintenance-free independent living cottages and apartments, with resort-style amenities and a full range of services. St. John’s Herr Estate also features on-site Personal Care for residents who need a little help and support to remain living as independently as possible. The community is part of Luthercare, which is a not-for-profit, faith-based, and mission-driven organization based in Lititz, Pa. St. John’s Herr Estate residents have access to Luthercare’s network of services through its full continuum of care within three communities in Lancaster and Lebanon Counties.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• A current driver’s license issued by the PA Department of Transportation.
• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) or graduation from a vocational program for this position.
• Three (3) years of varied semi-skilled tradesman experience.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety and the ability to use power/hand tools and other maintenance equipment in a safe/efficient manner.
• Ability to lift and move sixty (60) to eighty (80) pound objects.

PREFERRED JOB-RELATED EXPERIENCE/ABILITIES/EDUCATION:

• Experience performing HVAC repair and/or installation as well as performing diagnostic repair of AC/DC electrical equipment.
• Basic computer skills.

If this sounds like an organization you would like to be a part of, we invite you to apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. Luthercare is committed to providing a drug-free, tobacco-free, healthy, safe workplace for all team members.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift

Work Location: In person