Maintenance Technician, Homewood at Frederick, Frederick, MD
Homewood at Frederick -
Frederick, MD,
US
Maintenance Technician
Date Posted: 2024-05-12
Job description
Join our mission
to honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.
Step into the legacy of Homewood at Frederick
a cherished part of Homewood Retirement Centers. We are a beacon of support and vitality, evolving from the historic Francis Scott Key Hotel to our modern-day community. At Homewood, our mission is to infuse the lives of our residents and clients with compassion, professionalism, and care. We offer a vibrant culture where teamwork is the heartbeat, innovative solutions flourish, and job satisfaction knows no bounds. Here, relationships are forged for life, and longevity is celebrated. Join us in the joy of making a profound difference in the lives of others, all while embracing a strong sense of community and a supportive work environment!
What's in it for you?
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:
But that's not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:
Job Summary:
Shows considerable skill in repairing and maintaining machinery, equipment, physical structures, plumbing and electrical systems.
Essential Functions:
Qualifications:
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout the shift in performing regular duties. Must be able to push and pull equipment and lift or transfer items weighing 70 pounds frequently throughout the shift. Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and temperatures ranging from 0 to 100 degrees F.
to honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.
Step into the legacy of Homewood at Frederick
a cherished part of Homewood Retirement Centers. We are a beacon of support and vitality, evolving from the historic Francis Scott Key Hotel to our modern-day community. At Homewood, our mission is to infuse the lives of our residents and clients with compassion, professionalism, and care. We offer a vibrant culture where teamwork is the heartbeat, innovative solutions flourish, and job satisfaction knows no bounds. Here, relationships are forged for life, and longevity is celebrated. Join us in the joy of making a profound difference in the lives of others, all while embracing a strong sense of community and a supportive work environment!
What's in it for you?
As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:
- Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
- Assistance for new LPNs/RNs - we pay up to 50% of your student loans
- Christmas bonus totaling 1% of your annual earnings
- Shift and weekend differentials
But that's not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:
- Referral bonus of up to $600
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
- Retirement contributions
- Professional licensure reimbursement
Job Summary:
Shows considerable skill in repairing and maintaining machinery, equipment, physical structures, plumbing and electrical systems.
Essential Functions:
- Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information
- Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices
- Assists in a program of preventative maintenance that keeps equipment functioning properly and buildings in good repair
- Assists in making repairs to the electrical, HVAC systems, boilers, generators and plumbing equipment
- Assists with snow removal and groundskeeping as needed
- Responds promptly to requests from residents and staff regarding maintenance problems
- Responds immediately to all facility emergencies and is familiar with all emergency equipment and procedures
- Assists other departments in special projects and tasks of a heavy nature
- Rotates being on-call on off hours
- Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Technical training in maintenance work, (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc. )
- Three years' experience in plant operations and maintenance
- Thorough knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, and allied machinery, and the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and communication systems would be helpful
- Must have organizational skills and be able to do sequential events
- Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and temperatures normally ranging from 0 to 100 F
- Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight hour shift and able to lift and transfer at least 70 pounds
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans
- Basic knowledge of federal, state and local codes, Life Safety Code, OSHA and requirements of regulatory agencies
- Ability to perform skilled work in two trade areas
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout the shift in performing regular duties. Must be able to push and pull equipment and lift or transfer items weighing 70 pounds frequently throughout the shift. Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and temperatures ranging from 0 to 100 degrees F.