Maintenance Technician

Description

OVERVIEW OF THE LODGES COMPANY:

At the Lodges Company, we care most about the people we serve and the people we employ. Our goal is to create peaceful homes where our clients are supported physically, mentally and emotionally. The Lodges operates 12 residential care homes that offer 24 hour assisted living services. Each home accommodates 5 -14 residents comfortably. We pride ourselves on 'Family-style care in an "at-home" environment'. If you are passionate about making a difference and contributing to a team, creating a safe healthcare environment that feels like home for others, this Maintenance Technician position may be a fit for you. Our Maintenance Technician position is a key role for achieving our goals around ensuring our residents have a safe, comfortable, clean, and well maintained home that they receive the care they need in. Let us know if our values resonate with you:

• Dedicated- Unwavering devotion to support our company mission. Family-style care derives from dedicated professionals with a passion to help those in need no matter their background or abilities. You are there for residents, you are there for co-workers the same way you would be there for family.
• Open and Honest- Productively share feedback with the intention of bettering individuals and the company. All individuals deserve honest feedback. When provided in a thoughtful manner - it can significantly improve relationships and culture. Find a way to share comments in a way that will build up the individual, relationship and company.
• Takes Initiative- Independently assess and initiate action as you notice issues. If you notice something, do something. Addressing issues early helps contain and minimize effect. Everyone has the responsibility to step in and act.
• Chooses a Positive Attitude- Exert undoubted positivity while representing the company. Reframe challenges, be nice to others and assume responsibility. Find a way to encourage others while promoting teamwork.
• Problem Solver- Exercise your mind by creatively resolving issues. Do you have authority to make this decision? What is the most effective, positive, resident focused, way to resolve the issue? What are a few alternative solutions? Put a plan in place to solve and include your on-site supervisor when necessary.
• Puts Residents Above All Else- Residents are priority and must remain top of mind. Customize care plans, execute and refresh frequently. We all have competing interests; personal, financial, relational, societal...we ask, when faced with an issue, you prioritize the community of residents. We cannot, and should not, ignore any interest. However, an ideal solution sets our residents up to have the highest success rate.

Requirements

Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Physical ability to perform manual work.
• Maintenance experience preferred.

Other Specialized Knowledge and Abilities:

This position requires incumbent to have:

• Knowledge of safe cleaning chemicals that are non-allergenic.
• Ability to understand and relate well to adults.
• Must be flexible and able to work within a diverse team.
• Ability to drive, operate snow plow, snow blower, lawn mower and other equipment.

Essential Job Functions & Tasks:

Job Function: Perform building and grounds, safety/emergency protocols and preventative maintenance tasks.

Tasks:

• Fix equipment and household items
• Maintain follow-up on work order system
• Manage and oversee contractors for projects for preventative maintenance (electrical, heating, flooring, plumbing, etc)
• Maintain grounds with lawn mowing, snow plowing/blowing, gardening work
• Ensure environments and building have quality appearance and in a safe manner
• Perform miscellaneous repairs

Job Function: Perform other support functions and tasks.

Tasks:

• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and keep information confidential as appropriate.
• Maintain a team approach toward all staff and be a strong team member and leader as part of the maintenance staff.
• Assist office staff with miscellaneous tasks as needed.
• Perform and assist in other assignments as needed and directed by supervisor.

Location: Brooklyn Park, MN, US

Posted Date: 9/20/2024