What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Tech position at Burcham Hills?
Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI. We currently have a few vacancies for Maintenance Tech to work a Full-Time and Part-Time schedule. In this position an Maintenance Tech will provide general maintenance throughout building/community and in addition to but not limited to the following duties:
- Work with appropriate staff to recommend or plan repairs, improvements, etc. for maintenance-related areas.
- HVAC unit preventative maintenance and repair
- Plumbing repairs – includes fixing toilets, sinks, drains
- Electrical repairs – include changing overhead fluorescent lighting, TV/VCR installations, checking electrical outlets
- Furniture and other items requested to be moved or repaired
- Grounds work (sweeping, shoveling, loading bags of salt into tractor, salting with tractor or by hand, weeding, picking up items around the grounds, etc.)
- Painting/renovation (examples include installing equipment, removing installed items, etc.)
- Janitorial/floor care, using floor scrubber, broom, vacuum, etc.
If you like to smile, enjoy providing exceptional hospitality, and want to work in a fun and rewarding environment where you are positively affecting the lives of seniors, we want to hear from you!
Qualifications: Has a current Type 1 (or greater) refrigeration certificate is preferred. Experience with general maintenance functions. Ability to deal tactfully and communicate with team members, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public. Ability to work in a multi-faceted role. Ability to work independently to ensure maintenance repairs, issues are resolved appropriately and safely. Ability to work 8-hour shifts and extended or flexible hours, as necessary. Ability to read, write, speak, and comprehend written and oral instructions in English effectively.
PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK:
- Senior advocacy
- Rewarding hospitality driven environment
- Growth opportunities
- Diverse culture
- Open door atmosphere
- Option to be paid daily
- Discounted employee meals
- Free parking
- Employee Assistance Program to all employees
- Eligible for benefits as of the 31st day of employment if Full Time
- Employee recognition programs
- Beautiful, resort-like campus on 38 acres
- Join an exceptional team!
Many roles at Burcham Hills may require that we ask about your vaccination status. This could include MMR, chicken pox, hepatitis, flu and COVID-19 vaccine status. Please note that all employees are required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination, or apply for and receive an approved exemption, as a condition of employment.
Drug-free workplace.
EEO & E-verify employer.