Maintenance Technician II

Senior Living Communities Careers•Bridgewater, NJ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

At Laurel Circle, our maintenance professionals are valued members of the community. We offer a stable, clean, and professional work environment where you can build a long-term career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. This position offers steady, predictable hours with minimal emergency call burden, no long-distance travel, and work in a single campus environment with well-maintained buildings and professional equipment. A consistent preventative maintenance program is in place, and there is an opportunity to build relationships with residents and coworkers in a respectful community environment. The supportive leadership team values experience and input, offering competitive pay and stable year-round employment in a team-oriented atmosphere.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED required.
Advanced technical training in at least four of the following areas: mechanics, electrical, plumbing, sprinkler systems, landscaping, or HVAC required.
HVAC and Universal EPA certifications are required.
CPO certification required.
Mechanical or maintenance experience required.
Ability to work with minimal supervision.
Must conduct all business with a professional manner and with a high level of confidentiality.
Ability to use hand tools, automatic / electrical machinery, carts, and dollies.
Ability to exhibit efficient computer skills.
Thorough knowledge of MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) and OSHA compliance.
Ability to use blue prints, drawings, drafts, and schematics in trouble shooting electrical, HVAC, plumbing, structural, and equipment problems within the campus.
Basic knowledge of swimming pools and swimming pool maintenance.
Must have a valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as specified by the Company and by the Company’s automobile insurance carrier.
Work outdoors and indoors during the work day (fluorescent lights, HVAC system, carpeted flooring, normal office noise levels).
Climb up to two flights of stairs.
Ability to climb extension ladder up to and above roof height.
Lift objects of 25 pounds or less over the head.
Move objects of 100 pounds or more.
Ability to swim at least 25 yards.
Ability to work under time-sensitive or stressful situations.
Respond to medical emergencies on a rare occasion.
Assist with resident evacuations, if ever required
All new hires must be able to pass our preemployment screening process, which includes a fitness for duty physical, background check, drug test and employment references as required by a licensed residential care facility.

Nice To Haves

Two years experience in a similar maintenance position desired.

Responsibilities

Assists all maintenance personnel in the short term, preventative and emergency maintenance programs for the buildings, grounds and equipment at the campus.
Supervises special projects, handles compliance issues when needed and performs independent tasks.
Completes all assigned work orders, maintenance projects and preventive maintenance measures under the supervision of the Director of Facility Services.
Represents the campus in a positive manner while creating an environment that fosters respect and courtesy for residents and employees alike.
Works within the campus programs to encourage and promote safety and the well-being of all residents and employees.
Upholds the Company’s Mission Statement.
Maintains HIPAA standards and regards all medical or healthcare information pertaining to residents and employees as confidential.
Uses skilled techniques in the performance of maintenance repairs on the equipment, buildings and grounds, as needed.
Assists in the success of the preventative maintenance programs (hereafter known as PM) set up by the campus which will include but is not limited to PM on elevators, fire extinguishers, HVAC units, appliances, emergency generators (if applicable), and water temperatures.
Logs all information in specified books or charts.
Travels occasionally for training sessions, continuing education opportunities, emergency situations, and other company functions.
Responsible for knowledge of fire and safety procedures including those involving blood-borne pathogens.
Remains in proper uniform at all times and maintains a high standard of appearance.
Completes all work orders in a timely manner.
Restores vacant units to “like new” condition (including but not limited to the stripping of walls and flooring, repainting surfaces, removing carpet, replacing glass and windows, patching sheetrock, cutting and replacing interior and exterior trim, hanging doors, and replacing fixtures).
Comprehends budget and exercises cost control.
Removes all trash located in the collection areas of the campus.
Interacts well with marketing tours and prospective residents.
Maintains excellent resident and employee relations.
Handles complaints and recommendations constructively.
Attends employee in-services as required.
Is available for on-call situations on a regular rotating and emergency basis.
Accepts other duties as required by the Director of Facility Services.
Occasionally, you will be required to operate a vehicle of either your own or company-owned for designated company purposes or facilitate resident/member needs and/or requests.