Building Technician

As a Best of Hartford organization, a career at Duncaster in more than just a place to work.  Here, you can fulfill your passion for helping others and become part of something meaningful that pays you back in inspiring, heartfelt ways you may have never experienced.  Duncaster offers residents a plan for life with independent living, assisted living, memory care and skilled nursing services all on a beautiful campus-like setting.  Our residents share a bond of mutual respect with our staff that builds memorable and lasting relationships.

Overview

The primary purpose of this position is to implement the preventative maintenance program of all mechanical equipment and to complete necessary and scheduled work order repairs. Contributes to the achievement of excellence through quality and care values in line with the mission of Duncaster.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates dependability by completing commitments within established guidelines and completing necessary repairs.
• Checks the Worx Hub work orders daily and logs their progress from their assigned tablet.
• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance.
• Maintains generator in good repair. 
• Completes daily inspection of generator room and weekly generator testing.
• Completes all necessary documentation for inspections, testing etc. as required.
• Notifies manager and/or appropriate administrative personnel of serious mechanical problems in facility which may affect resident care or operations.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize work and functions in an organized manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 3 years of facilities/maintenance experience is required.
• Must have general knowledge of OSHA safety standards.
• Must be able to speak, read, and write the English language in an understandable manner.
• Must have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when warranted.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. 

Hours

Full-time, 1st shift: Monday-Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm, 40 hours per week

Pay

$23.00 per hour

What are the benefits?

Working in a Life Plan community will bring out the best in you.  As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to pursue a truly rewarding career path, with multiple exciting benefits, including the following:

• 401(k) with match and profit sharing
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance available the 1st of the month after hire
• Flexible spending accounts
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee assistance program
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• 10% tuition discount on all degree and certificate programs at Charter Oak
• Free Access to our Aquatic & Fitness Center & to our beautiful walking trails throughout our campus
• Discount employee lunches
• Duncaster Spotlight Employee Recognition Program
• Referral bonuses
• Free parking
• Shoes for Crews - discounted safety shoes for all staff
• Yearly performance increases plus additional bonus opportunities
• Employee Appreciation Events held throughout the year by our own “Funcaster” Committee