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Maintenance Tech III

Givens Estates - Asheville, NC

Why join Givens? Givens Communities continues to be a positive force and advocate for older adults. We have a mission to expand the possibilities of aging by improving lives through communities, services, and outreach. Givens Communities promotes inclusion and belonging by aligning our words with actions so that everyone is welcomed and treated with dignity and respect. We continuously look for innovative approaches to achieve our sustainability goals and practices to protect our natural resources. Our collective mindset is to ensure the communities remain forward thinking and progressive as our residents seek a purpose driven life. Purpose. Passion. Possibilities.

What you'll get:

  • Three major medical health insurance plans to choose from with dental and vision coverage at no additional cost
    • Free basic coverage for full-time team members 
  • Free short-term disability, life insurance, & access to our employee assistance program
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Referral bonus program
  • 403(b) retirement plan with up to a 6% matching
  • Educational assistance & professional development opportunities
  • Flexible spending account (FSA) & access to AFLAC & Prudential Life insurance products
  • Plus many more!

Givens Estates, a leading nonprofit continuing care retirement community in Asheville, has a full-time Maintenance Technician III position available on the Facility Services team. The schedule for this role with be Mon-Fri-8-4:30pm. We're looking for someone to be self-motivated, have an exemplary work ethic, an eagerness to learn, good communication skills, and be willing to work in extreme weather conditions. This position has responsibility for the maintenance, upkeep and repair of the electrical and mechanical systems, appliances, buildings, and grounds, and is a key member of our maintenance team.

What you'll do: 

  • Provide general maintenance services and repairs all facility property
  • Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical wiring, equipment, appliance, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand and power tools
  • Inspect and test electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify defects, hazards, and the need for adjustment or repair
  • Respond to maintenance requests and resolving maintenance issues in a timely manner
  • Participate in on-call coverage for evening, weekend and holiday 
  • Perform routine maintenance as needed
  • Demonstrate the ability to cooperate and work as a team member to ensure the quality of facility services
  • Maintain records of all monthly, quarterly, and annual preventive maintenance for the property in order to meet regulatory agent inspection and company expectations.
  • Assist in maintaining supplies and keeping storerooms clean and organized
  • Participate in department team by attending meetings, providing input, active participation and support of other department teams on campus 
  • Perform other duties and/or tasks as assigned

What you'll need: 

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • Must possess a valid North Carolina Driver's License
  • Must either be a licensed electrician or have completed an electrician apprenticeship
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Must be able to push, pull, move, and/or lift 100lbs to a minimum height of 3ft and carry a minimum distance of 10ft with/without a mechanical device.
  • Must have, as a minimum, five years previous experience in maintenance worker capacity
  • Knowledge of pertinent laws pertaining to EPA and OSHA regulations
  • Basic knowledge of and complete repairs for electricity, electrical appliances, plumbing, refrigeration systems, plastering, HVAC, painting, drywall repair, and carpentry

Added plus if the candidate has:

  • Previous experience providing maintenance services in a health care setting
  • Formal training in electrical trade with ability to sit for the electrician licensing exam
  • Prior experience supervising others highly preferred

Compensation is $24.00 - $26.50 per hour based on skillset and experience, plus our comprehensive benefits package!

Still curious about what Givens is all about? It's kind of a long story, but at our core, we're a senior housing organization with a lot of heart and committed to providing housing to seniors of all socioeconomic backgrounds across WNC for more than 40 years. We already have four communities (two life plan communities and two affordable communities) with plans for many more in the coming years.  

 

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