Maintenance Assistant

Company: Lifespace Communities, Inc.
Location: Minneapolis
Posted on: April 11, 2021

Job Description:

Dont just live life.love life! Who wants to go to a boring job? At Lifespace, we get paid to create memories for our residents! We are not limited by our job title. We are one team united by our passion for service with a dash of fun. No matter the stage in your career, this is your opportunity to be empowered to create your own lasting impression. Lifespace Communities would like to introduce the opportunity to become a Maintenance Assistant at Friendship Village of Bloomington, a CCRC community located in Bloomington, MN. The shift that we are currently seeking is 8:30 Am to 4:30 PM Monday Through Friday! Position works primarily on the Independent Living side of the Campus. Choice of Health Insurance Plans, Dental, Vision, Short-term Disability Income, Life Insurance, Paid Vacation, Sick & Flexible Holiday Hours, Appreciation Bonus; Employer Matching Retirement Account; Educational Assistance; and More. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for the normal upkeep and repair of all aspects of the physical plant, including residential and community apartments, villas, health center and interior or exterior community property/grounds. A few other details about the role: --- Perform assigned maintenance duties and routine preventive maintenance. Identify deficiencies and follow procedure for correcting problems.--- Maintain all tools, equipment and supplies in proper condition, and notifies supervisors to ensure adequate replacements are available as needed.--- Assist with refurbishment projects and repairs.--- Complete work within scheduled time frame, according to budget and priority set by supervisor.--- Install, finish, repair, paint, remove and dispose of drywall or other material.--- Pick up and deliver supplies.--- Operate maintenance equipment not limited to hand or power tools, company vehicles, or snow blowers.--- Communicate effectively with team members, residents, contractors, vendors, suppliers, and city, state and federal officials as required, either in person, by phone, in writing, or via radio.--- Provide data for maintenance reports as requested.--- Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintain knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.--- Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace, person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality.--- Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.--- Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings. And heres what you need to apply: --- High school diploma or equivalent. Vocational or technical education preferred.--- A minimum of one year experience working in building maintenance or construction.--- Certification, license or equivalent as required under state and/or local regulation to operate or repair certain equipment.--- A state issued drivers license with a driving record clear of infractions as defined by current insurance mandates.--- Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors and team members.--- Must have ability to perform basic arithmetic, understand and calculate measurements and follow written or oral instructions and diagrams or blueprints.--- Knowledge of a variety of building maintenance and repair techniques preferred.--- Ability to effectively communicate and build relationships with residents and guests.--- Basic computer skill required.--- Must be able to make technical and independent sound decisions on a timely and regular basis. Must have the ability to respond to emergencies in a direct and decisive manner. Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace. ORGANIZATIONAL OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, is one of the nation's largest senior living provider of non-profit retirement communities. The organization has annual revenue of over $340 million and employs over 3,800 team members. Lifespace Communities is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Lifespace has remained true to its founding ideal: to help create exceptional, financially sound communities where people could enjoy a more rewarding and secure retirement. The organization is committed to excellence and innovation in creating communities that celebrate the lives of seniors. Lifespace serves over 5,100 residents. The Lifespace Communities are as follows:- Abbey Delray - Delray Beach, Florida- Abbey Delray South - Delray Beach, Florida- Beacon Hill - Lombard, Illinois- Claridge Court - Prairie Village, Kansas- Deerfield Retirement Community - Urbandale, Iowa- Edgemere - Dallas, Texas- Friendship Village Of Bloomington - Bloomington, Minnesota- Friendship Village Of South Hills - Upper St. Claire, Pennsylvania- Grand Lodge At The Preserve - Lincoln, Nebraska- Harbour's Edge - Delray Beach, Florida- Oak Trace - Downers Grove, Illinois- Querencia at Barton Creek Austin, Texas- The Stayton Fort Worth, Texas- Village On The Green - Longwood, Florida- The Waterford - Juno Beach, Florida

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