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Brethren Village Retirement Community, in Lititz, PA, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to help maintain our large campus.

Brethren Village offers primarily Monday through Friday, dayshift work hours, plus full benefits coverage to our Maintenance Techs.

Minimum requirements include formal training in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, or another mechanical or electrical field; at least 2 years of professional work experience as a Maintenance or HVAC Technician; a valid PA driver's license (must have had a valid driver's license for at least the prior 2 years), proof of personal auto insurance, and a driving record free from excessive or serious violations including DUI.

The Maintenance Technician will work with our talented Maintenance team to help keep Brethren Village's commercial and residential systems, equipment, and appliances operating effectively, efficiently, and safely. The Maintenance Technician will repair and maintain facilities, equipment, and appliances, including within Residents' rooms, apartments, and homes; in our onsite healthcare facilities; in our commercial kitchens; in mechanical rooms and the central utility plant; in offices; and in public areas of the Brethren Village campus.

Work Schedule:

• Full-time, benefits eligible, 40 hours per week: hours will typically be 7:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. or 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday.
• The Technician will be expected to report to work during off-hours on occasion, due to urgent or emergency situations.
• The Maintenance Technician will serve on-call some weeks, on a rotating schedule (approximately 1 week out of every 6 weeks).

Core Requirements:

• a high school diploma or G.E.D., at least age 18
• dependability: ability and willingness to meet attendance standards
• basic computer skills: the ability to access and navigate web sites, and use applications and databases independently
• the ability to read and to complete online training independently
• ability and willingness to consistently work in a safe and alert manner, and to report to work fit for duty; commitment to wearing protective equipment as required for the position, and adhering to all health and safety standards
• the ability and willingness to interact in a professional and friendly manner with colleagues
• the ability to provide exceptional service to others
• ability and willingness to represent Brethren Village and carry out responsibilities in a manner aligned with our core values of caring, integrity, stewardship, and excellence

Additional Requirements for This Position:

• formal training in HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, or another mechanical or electrical field
• at least 2 years of professional work experience as a Maintenance or HVAC Technician; prior work experience in a healthcare setting or other large campus setting is desirable
• a valid PA driver's license (must have had a valid driver's license for at least the prior 2 years), proof of personal auto insurance, and a driving record free from excessive or serious violations including DUI
• ability to independently complete basic repairs and perform preventative maintenance with respect to appliances, equipment, and systems
• ability and willingness tosafely complete all work assignments; understanding of applicable OSHA and EPA standards
• thorough knowledge of materials, tools, and techniques necessary to complete a variety of jobs; the ability to use a variety of hand tools and power tools properly and safely
• ability to climb ladders; carry and lift objects; reach overhead; stoop and bend; push and pull carts and objects; shovel snow and safely operate a plow; and stand and walk frequently during the shift
• ability to write clearly in order to complete documentation and regulatory records / reports; able to accurately enter and retrieve data from computer
• flexibility with respect to work schedule, including ability to serve on-call, report to work on weekends if needed, and report during inclement weather

For the health and safety of all members of our community, Brethren Village maintains a drug-free, alcohol-free, and tobacco / smoke-free work environment.

Offers of employment are contingent on successful completion of a professional / employment reference check; verification of education and credentials as applicable to the position; a criminal background screen; and a post-offer physical exam, drug screen, TB test, required vaccinations.

At Brethren Village Retirement Community, our Team Members provide the highest-quality care and exceptional hospitality to our Residents.If you would like to make a positive difference each day, apply with us!

Brethren Village offers a wide variety of full-time and part-time employment opportunities. Brethren Village Team Members work in our Skilled Nursing Facility and Rehabilitation Center; our Personal Care and Memory Support areas; our fine and casual Dining areas; and in the many departments that provide services to our Residents and maintain our facilities and grounds.

At Brethren Village, our Team Members Enjoy:

• work with a purpose; you will have the ability to make a positive difference each day in the lives of our Residents
• stable employment; Brethren Village has been in operation for over 125 years
• a wide-variety of positions and work schedules to meet your needs
• thorough, paid on-the-job training, and on-going professional development opportunities
• the ability to apply for positions throughout our facilities, for your career growth
• appreciation events for Team Members
• competitive wages
• free use of onsite fitness facilities and our indoor pool
• the convenience of onsite dining venues and take-out meals, with discounts for Team Members
• generous paid time-off benefits for eligible Team Members
• health, prescription drug, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability insurance coverage; free, confidential counseling services for Team Members and their family members; a retirement savings plan with employer-funded contributions for eligible Team Members
• an onsite child care center with discounted fees for Team Members
• clean, safe, and well-managed facilities
• a beautiful campus setting located in vibrant Lititz, PA

Brethren Village is proud to have a diverse, inclusive community where all Residents and Team Members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Brethren Village does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, gender-identity, sex, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability or use of a service animal, genetic information, pregnancy, family, or marital status.