Maintenance & Grounds Technican I

The Highlands At Wyomissing•Wyomissing, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Maintenance/Grounds Technician and help keep our premier senior living community safe, beautiful, and running smoothly. Perform building maintenance, landscaping, repairs, and snow removal while utilizing your electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry skills in a rewarding, full-time role. The Maintenance/Grounds Technician performs a blend of facility maintenance and campus groundskeeping duties to maintain a safe, functional, and visually appealing environment. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, basic repairs, landscaping, and seasonal services such as snow removal while supporting a high level of customer service and to ensure the functionality, safety, and appearance of the senior living community. Key responsibilities include basic electrical, plumbing, HVAC diagnostics, painting, carpentry, snow removal, weed control, mowing, planting, pruning, edging, mulching and assistance with furniture moves. This role may involve collaborating with outside contractors and requires participation in an on-call rotation. The technician ensures that all duties align with company policies, values, and applicable laws and regulations, while promoting a safe, efficient, and customer-focused environment that supports the well-being of all residents and staff.

Requirements

High school Diploma or GED (Required)
Associate degree from an accredited technical school; OR Technical certificate from an accredited program; OR Five (5) or more years of verified maintenance experience.
2-5 Years Construction Maintenance (Required)
2-5 Years Basic Plumbing skills (Required)
2-5 Years Basic Electrical skills (Required)
Completion of the Highlands Hearthstone Ambassador training within 30 days of employment (Required)
Medical Screening
Criminal History Clearance
FBI Fingerprint Clearance (Only required if you have not lived in PA for the last 2 years)
Immigration and naturalization (I-9) Clearance
Valid Pennsylvania Driver's License and acceptable MVR (Required)
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Physical capability to perform hands-on maintenance tasks

Nice To Haves

1–3 years grounds or landscaping experience (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Perform routine building maintenance, repairs, and inspections
Complete electrical, plumbing, and HVAC troubleshooting tasks
Maintain functional plumbing systems and perform minor repairs
Service sewer piping and grease traps
Execute painting, drywall, and carpentry work
Support resident furniture moves and room setups
Perform landscaping: weed control, mowing, planting, pruning, edging, mulching
Operate and maintain grounds and facility equipment
Assist with stormwater system maintenance
Snow and ice removal including plowing, salting, shoveling
Seasonal landscaping installations and cleanup
Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner
Comply with required training, certifications, and ongoing education to meet regulatory and organizational standards
Adhere to The Highlands’ Core Values and Customer Service Expectations
Maintain clean, safe, and organized work areas
Participate in and complete all required ongoing training, including monthly online and in-person training, annual skills competencies education, and role-specific certifications, to ensure continued competence and adherence to organizational and regulatory standards.