Maintenance Technician at Kendal at Lexington in Bowie, MD

Collington, A Kendal Affiliate, located on a beautiful 125-acre campus in Mitchellville, Maryland, is a Life Plan Community enriched in diversity that offers an active lifestyle for independent living and person-centered continuing care for assisted living and memory support. Collington’s vision is to thrive as a community of people living, working and serving together, bringing alive a spirit of collaboration, generosity and mutual respect in our relationships and decision-making.

The General Maintenance Technician will be responsible for performing a variety of maintenance tasks to ensure that Collington’s senior living facility remains in excellent operational and safe condition. This is a hands-on role that requires a strong maintenance aptitude, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service. The role involves performing routine maintenance, responding to urgent repair needs, work tickets and ensuring the safety and comfort of residents and team members. The General Maintenance Technician will uphold the facility's high standards of care and maintain an environment that promotes the well-being of its residents and team members.

Essential Functions

• Perform routine inspections, repairs, and preventative maintenance on all facility systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and safety systems.
• Address maintenance requests from residents, staff, and management promptly.
• Conduct minor repairs, including but not limited to painting, carpentry, and drywall patching.
• Replace light bulbs, fix leaky faucets, and handle other basic maintenance tasks.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, building codes, and facility policies and procedures.
• Properly utilizes basic hand tools in a safe and effective manner, ensuring compliance with manufacturer recommendations.
• Conduct safety checks and respond to any hazards or emergency maintenance issues.
• Respond to resident maintenance requests in a timely and courteous manner.
• Ensure minimal disruption to residents when performing maintenance tasks in their living spaces.
• Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor when interacting with residents and staff.
• Maintain cleanliness and appearance of common areas, grounds, and walkways.
• Assist with landscaping, snow removal, and other seasonal outdoor maintenance.
• Ensure that all common areas are safe, clean, and properly maintained.
• Work closely with other departments to ensure seamless facility operations.
• Communicate effectively with facility leadership regarding major repairs, equipment needs, or safety concerns.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Technical training or certification in building maintenance, HVAC, electrical, or plumbing is preferred.
• Minimum of 1-5 years of experience in maintenance, preferably in a healthcare, senior living, or residential facility environment.
• Strong knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC systems, general carpentry, and facility repairs.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing, and OSHA safety certifications) are a plus.

Physical Demands An employee must meet the physical demands described here to successfully perform the essential functions of this job with or without reasonable accommodation, which will be determined on a case-by-case basis.

1. Ability to lift up to 25 pounds from the floor to waist.
2. Perform physical tasks such as bending, climbing, and standing for extended periods.
3. Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, in various weather conditions.
4. Exposure to hazards associated with operating power equipment.
5. Work with chemicals, oil and grease products.

We also offer the following benefits:

• A comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Plans
• 403 (b) Tax Deferred Retirement Savings Plan
• Vacation, Sick Leave & Holiday Pay
• Employee Assistant Program
• Scholarship opportunities

Salary: Up to $22.61 - $25.69 based on experience.