Maintenance Specialist

Overview

Maintain building, grounds, and safety; perform repairs and refurbishments for residents.

Key Responsibilities

• preventive maintenance
• facility inspection
• fire safety
• grounds upkeep
• staff supervision
• janitorial services

Tasks

-Perform janitorial tasks including the reparation and maintenance of equipment and building facilities. -Prepare and refurbish apartments for resident move-ins, including painting, carpet laying, replacement of vinyl floors, and installation of ceiling fans. -Schedule and/or perform preventative maintenance and keep quality assurance records up to date for the physical plant. -Maintain all areas inside the building, including offices, to include, but not be limited to cleaning and shampooing of carpets and furniture, window cleaning, and the maintenance and replacement of vinyl floors. -Supervise additional maintenance staff and housekeeping personnel, as required by Community needs. -Assist in the supervision of housekeeping personnel, as required by Community needs. -Inspect resident apartments for potential problems and hazards, and report updates to the Supervisor for follow-up. -Maintain fire safety and emergency records and procedures in compliance with regulations and environmental concerns (natural disasters, fires, loss of electricity, plumbing issues, pipe breakages, etc.) as well as distribute material safety data sheets (MSDS). -Maintain grounds including outside building repair and lawn maintenance in cooperation with the landscaping contractor and garbage removal services. -Assist in implementing and documenting preventative maintenance programs for facility and equipment.

Requirements

• mechanical ability
• carpentry
• maintenance training
• microsoft office
• safety
• teamwork

What You Bring

-Must have basic technical knowledge and mechanical ability to perform routine maintenance and repair on mechanical and electrical equipment and possess a basic knowledge of construction principles. -Ability to meet all physical demands of the position which includes, but is not limited to, seeing, speaking, touching, walking, standing, bending, reaching overhead, crouching/kneeling or crawling, as well as the ability to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs independently and up to 100lbs with assistance. -Cedarhurst of Springfield MO considers the health and safety of its residents, family members, and team members as its highest priorities. All offers of employment are conditioned on completing and passing a background and drug test, participating in testing requirements (such as TB), and using designated PPE when required. -Desired working knowledge of carpentry including drywall repair, painting, light plumbing, and preventative maintenance. -2-5 years of past related experience preferred OR accredited maintenance training. -Ability to work well with others, communicate clearly and take direction from management, as well as to take initiative and go above and beyond to meet resident needs. -Flexibility and the ability to work weekends, as needed, and be on call after hours. -Working knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.).

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Benefits

-Cedarhurst of Springfield MO offers a competitive benefits package including medical insurance coverage, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) Plan with company match (after 1 year of service). -Cedarhurst of Springfield MO believes that its team is its greatest asset. For this reason, we provide our team members with extensive training as well as personal and career development opportunities.

About Cedarhurst Senior Living

-Delivers a spectrum of living options—from independent apartments to memory care neighborhoods—rooted in person‑centered support. -Developed standout programs like Dream Come TRUE (granting resident bucket‑list experiences) and Pair to Prepare™ to ease transitions. -Invests in memory‑care training and evidence‑based programming, earning certifications and Alzheimer’s Association recognition. -Typical communities feature chef‑prepared dining, fitness and wellness offerings, walking paths, communal spaces, and regular excursions.

Sector Specialisms

Security Clearance

-completion and passing of background and drug test required.