Maintenance Coordinator / Driver

Cedarhurst of Arnold•Arnold, MO

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Coordinator, reporting to the Maintenance Director, helps ensure a safe, clean, and well-maintained living environment for residents by performing timely, high-quality maintenance services. The role is responsible for the upkeep of the community’s interior, exterior, and grounds, helping maintain a welcoming and orderly environment for residents, staff, and visitors. The position primarily works indoors within the community, with occasional outdoor tasks. It may involve weekend or holiday work and on-call availability as needed. The role requires walking or standing for extended periods, occasional kneeling, stooping, crouching, or crawling, lifting up to 50 pounds without assistance, and occasionally lifting or moving up to 200 pounds with assistance. The Maintenance Coordinator is expected to promote safe work practices, participate in risk management and quality assurance programs, collaborate with colleagues, stay current with training, comply with applicable policies and regulations, and respond calmly and effectively to emergencies.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Working knowledge of carpentry, including drywall repair, painting, light plumbing, and preventative maintenance.
Basic technical and mechanical skills to perform routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical systems, and a general understanding of construction principles.
Proficiency with basic computer systems and software, including internet browsers, Microsoft Office, and relevant electronic records platforms.
Applicable state license(s), as required.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods and occasionally kneel, stoop, crouch, or crawl.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds without assistance and occasionally lift or move up to 200 pounds with assistance.
Ability to work weekends or holidays and be available on call as needed.
Ability to meet required health assessments, background check and drug screening requirements, and use designated PPE as required by company policy and applicable law.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of related experience preferred.
Completion of an accredited maintenance training program may be considered in lieu of work experience.
CPR or BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain interior areas to high cleanliness standards, including routine and deep cleaning of carpets, furniture, windows, and glass, and maintaining or replacing hard-surface flooring as needed.
Support grounds maintenance, exterior building repairs, and lawn care in collaboration with landscaping contractors and waste removal services.
Assist with implementing and documenting a preventative maintenance program for the building and its equipment.
Prepare and refurbish apartments for resident move-ins, including patching and painting, replacing or deep-cleaning carpets, installing or replacing vinyl flooring and ceiling fans, and refinishing trim and cabinets.
Maintain fire safety and emergency records in compliance with applicable regulations, and maintain a catalog of Safety Data Sheets (SDS).
Respond to environmental concerns such as natural disasters, fires, power outages, plumbing issues, and pipe breakages.
Inspect resident apartments for potential problems and hazards; perform repairs or report issues to the Maintenance Director and Executive Director for follow-up.
Schedule and perform preventative maintenance and maintain current quality assurance records for the physical plant, including mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems.
Use building management software to document and track maintenance tasks, apartment turnovers, and work orders.
Repair and maintain janitorial equipment and building facilities.
Support effective communication between community staff and residents’ families regarding residents’ physical, personal, and emotional well-being.
Collaborate with others, follow management direction, take initiative, and engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
Complete other tasks as assigned.
Promote safe working practices, help prevent accidents, preserve equipment, and participate in risk management and quality assurance programs.
Participate in staff activities that foster teamwork, unity, and morale; stay current with required training and ongoing education.
Maintain compliance with personnel and community policies, Resident Rights, and applicable federal and state regulations and standards, including HIPAA and confidentiality requirements.
Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies, including medical incidents and natural disasters.