What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Specialist position at Lutheran Senior Services?
Introduction
At Lutheran Senior Services, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest . In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.
Summary
Performs a variety of non-routine and skilled maintenance and repair activities on the community buildings and grounds
Responsibilities
Completes work orders as assigned, through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), to repair or install equipment and machinery or HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete, locks, grounds work and assist residents and/or customers with general maintenance needs
Prepares apartments to bring them online, including painting, patching, making repairs, and any other tasks necessary to make unit ready for move in
Performs HVAC upkeep and repairs, tracks inventory, recommends purchases, and completes reports
Conducts equipment maintenance, testing, lubricating, cleaning machinery, and reporting any equipment malfunctions, repairs or replaces defective items
Assists in maintaining the appearance of the main buildings, outside buildings. and grounds, including snow removal and salting
May be responsible for conducting inspections and drills (“Life Safety”) including but not limited to sprinkler inspections, fire drills, electrical inspections, bed inspections etc.
May be required to perform painting (making residential units ready for move in, and painting in common areas); Skilled painting may comprise 80% or more of certain Maintenance Specialists’ job duties, and if so, that Specialist will be designated as that location’s primary painter
Required to remain on-call, when assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell.
Employee may at times need to work outdoors in all seasons and conditions, as well as under less than normal lighting conditions. On occasion, may be subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members. Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this classification. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by those occupying this position. The job description and job functions described herein are subject to possible modification by LSS in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
LSS Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 12, $23.55/hour to $37.75/hour.
Eligible for shift differentials: No.
For information on LSS benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees : Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (Payactiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
Additional Information:
N/A
At Lutheran Senior Services, team members at all levels find their calling in our mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest . In this work environment, all team members are part of a community and appreciated by the people they work with – residents and coworkers – every day.
Summary
Performs a variety of non-routine and skilled maintenance and repair activities on the community buildings and grounds
Responsibilities
Completes work orders as assigned, through a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS), to repair or install equipment and machinery or HVAC, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, concrete, locks, grounds work and assist residents and/or customers with general maintenance needs
Prepares apartments to bring them online, including painting, patching, making repairs, and any other tasks necessary to make unit ready for move in
Performs HVAC upkeep and repairs, tracks inventory, recommends purchases, and completes reports
Conducts equipment maintenance, testing, lubricating, cleaning machinery, and reporting any equipment malfunctions, repairs or replaces defective items
Assists in maintaining the appearance of the main buildings, outside buildings. and grounds, including snow removal and salting
May be responsible for conducting inspections and drills (“Life Safety”) including but not limited to sprinkler inspections, fire drills, electrical inspections, bed inspections etc.
May be required to perform painting (making residential units ready for move in, and painting in common areas); Skilled painting may comprise 80% or more of certain Maintenance Specialists’ job duties, and if so, that Specialist will be designated as that location’s primary painter
Required to remain on-call, when assigned
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- High school diploma or equivalent; Trade school preferable
- Must possess knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, painting, electrical, small
- EPA refrigerant certification type II required if position will be handling refrigeration
- Valid driver’s license preferred
- Must be proficient in the use of saws, hand tools, carpentry equipment, lawn
- Experience with commercial kitchen or laundry equipment service preferred
- May be required to provide one’s own hand tools for use on the job
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to write simple correspondence
- Ability to effectively present information in one on one and small group situations
- Experience with “The WorxHUB” CMMS preferred
The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to touch, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and talk to hear. The employee frequently is required to sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell.
Employee may at times need to work outdoors in all seasons and conditions, as well as under less than normal lighting conditions. On occasion, may be subject to emotionally upset residents, or family members. Is willing to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary. Is subject to exposure to fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including exposure to the AIDS and Hepatitis B virus within guidelines of standard precautions.
This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by those assigned to this classification. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by those occupying this position. The job description and job functions described herein are subject to possible modification by LSS in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
LSS Pay & Benefits
Pay grade: 12, $23.55/hour to $37.75/hour.
Eligible for shift differentials: No.
For information on LSS benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below.
All employees : Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (Payactiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support.
Part-time : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay.
Full-time or Weekend Option : In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance.
Additional Information:
N/A
Salary : $24 - $38
