Maintenance Technician/Driver

Cogir of Harrisburg Park•Indian Land, SC

About The Position

Cogir Senior Living is hiring a Maintenance Technician/Driver to support residents and maintain the community. The role provides safe transportation to appointments, activities, and other destinations, including helping residents board and exit the vehicle and assisting with mobility equipment. Driving the community van is expected 4–5 days per week, including Friday outings. When transportation is not needed, the employee supports the Maintenance Director. The maintenance responsibilities include preserving the building’s structural integrity and promptly addressing maintenance issues in accordance with operating and safety standards. The technician troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains building systems, equipment, and appliances; prepares vacated rooms for new residents; monitors supplies and equipment; and maintains records of work performed. The role also communicates with local and state officials and works within applicable codes.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid state driver's license.
Passenger endorsement if required by state regulations.
At least three years of driving record and a clean driving history.
At least one year of prior passenger-vehicle driving experience, preferably in healthcare or senior living.
Experience operating large vehicles or an equivalent combination of experience and training.
At least two years of prior maintenance or handyman experience in a senior living, multi-apartment, or hotel setting.
General maintenance skills, including HVAC, drywall repair and texturing, carpentry, minor electrical work, plumbing, basic repairs, painting, floor care, and landscaping.
Excellent customer service skills and a professional, friendly, and patient demeanor.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, patience, and commitment to treating residents with respect.
Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks efficiently, with good time-management and organizational skills.
Comfort working with cleaning chemicals, tools, and machinery.

Nice To Haves

Professional maintenance-related certifications.
Passenger-vehicle driving experience in a healthcare or senior living setting.

Responsibilities

Provide safe, reliable, courteous, and efficient transportation for residents to various destinations, including medical facilities, stores, work sites, and activities.
Assist residents with boarding and exiting the vehicle, using wheelchair lifts or stairs as needed, and load or unload walkers and wheelchairs.
Prioritize resident safety and satisfaction and account for all residents when departing from or returning to the community.
Prepare the van or bus for operation and coordinate necessary vehicle maintenance.
Ensure vehicle license plates, inspection tags, and insurance cards are current and properly displayed when responsible for doing so.
Follow road rules and transportation safety procedures and maintain a current driving license in accordance with state regulations.
Assist with resident programs, activities, and special events as needed.
Build positive relationships with residents and provide friendly conversation and support during trips.
Perform routine building maintenance, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting, floor care, pressure washing, and appliance repairs.
Complete repairs and service orders promptly in accordance with operating and safety standards.
Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on equipment.
Repair vacated rooms promptly and prepare them for new residents.
Maintain walls, floor coverings, doors, and woodwork in common areas.
Monitor maintenance supplies and equipment inventory.
Maintain accurate records of maintenance work, service logs, equipment maintenance, and inventory.
Maintain positive communication with fire marshals, building inspectors, state elevator inspectors, and other governing jurisdictions.
Work within the legal scope of local and state codes.