Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, one of South County's largest independent, assisted living, skilled nursing and rehabilitation nonprofit senior living communities, seeks compassionate and experienced Maintenance Worker to join our growing team.

At Cardinal Ritter Senior Services, our mission is simple: To bring the healing, help, and hope of Jesus Christ to those in need with a compassionate, caring presence. We proudly provide the best possible physical, social, and spiritual care for our older adult residents...but we need your help.

POSITION SUMMARY

All CRSS property requires extensive preventive and continuing maintenance including custodial care. This is best accomplished by on-site staff. Note this description now includes Maintenance Assistant role.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Daily inspect building(s) and grounds, inside and outside, to determine need for repairs and clean up.
• Performs a wide variety of building and equipment repair, maintenance work and apartment turnovers, which could include painting, drywall repairs, electrical repairs, HVAC repairs, PTAC replacement, plumbing, carpentry, equipment testing and maintenance, etc.
• Perform service, filter change and or cleaning of HVAC and PTAC units
• Responsible for performance and knowledge of any Custodial Duties in case of their absence.
• Keep time and material records of all Work Orders, as well as supply inventory.
• Assist Maintenance Department in overseeing and or escorting outside contractors, including regular inspections of any building system, such as fire panel, elevator and boiler inspections
• Maintain all building and maintenance equipment, including snow removal and lawn cutting.
• Maintain all building, lawns, walkways and drives clear of any debris or obstruction.
• Maintain landscaping, flowerbeds, bushes, grass, etc... keeping them trimmed and clear of weed..
• Respond to requests from Management including issues with safety and security.
• Respond immediately to all emergencies.
• Maintain CRSS cell phone, charged and available for emergency response at all times.
• Work with maintenance supervisor on bi annual quality project.
• Must keep a clean shop and an organized inventory of all parts and equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience custodial and service fields, including some experience in skilled trades, such as plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting or carpentry fields. Knowledge of acceptable trade practices and building standards.
• The ability to understand and follow directions.
• The ability to prioritize.

SKILLS & ATTITUDES REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN JOB

• As employees of a Catholic agency which cares for Seniors, all staff will demonstrate a respect for each client as a person created in the image of God, in a non-ageist manner.
• Willing to work as a member of a team and take direction from supervisors.

RELATIONSHIPS REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a Team player.
• Will frequently deal with people of varying ages and must be able to respond to requests by residents or family members in an appropriate manner.
• Inspired by the teachings of Jesus Christ, employees of the Cardinal Ritter Senior Services will be leaders in providing an integrated continuum of quality residential, healthcare and supportive social services for senior adults throughout the Archdiocese of St Louis.

RESOURCES FOR WHICH ACCOUNTABLE

• Responsible for tools and equipment owned by the site, keeping them well maintained and in good working condition.
• Responsible for keeping the common areas in and around the buildings in a clean well maintained appearance.
• Responsible for representing Cardinal Ritter Senior Services in a caring professional manner.
• Must be able to lift 80lbs

Pre-Employment Screening

All candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening. The screenings will include criminal background check and other background checks (as needed), drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, and Covid-19 and Influenza vaccination. Various positions will require physical examination, Tuberculosis screening and Hepatitis A. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Cardinal Ritter Senior Services does not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in the admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its federally assisted programs and activities.CRSS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.