Maintenance Technician

Palos Heights Senior Living•Palos Heights, IL

15d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician assists the Maintenance Manager with executing the general operating maintenance and repair of the community and physical plant. They work to maintain proper operations of the community in a safe, clean, and comfortable manner.

Requirements

Minimum requirement of high school diploma or equivalent.
One year certificate from college or technical school; or six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Must have the ability to handle multiple tasks and priorities and have excellent time management and organizational skills.
Ability to work effectively with different levels of technical or professional personnel from outside contractors.
Ability to communicate with residents and their families.
Working knowledge of systems such as HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical.
Use caution in performing duties and maintain safe working practices.

Responsibilities

Respond to resident and family requests for maintenance assistance.
Must be capable of following direction to make electrical, plumbing, HVAC, painting, and structural repairs.
Working outside on exterior tasks including irrigation, tree and vegetation requirements, pool maintenance (if applicable), hardscape surfaces, and roofing.