Property Maintenance Specialist

Property Maintenance Specialist

Ames, IA, US

16 days ago Requisition

Mainstream Living provides services designed to enhance opportunities, create success and fulfill dreams. This person shall ensure that all assigned facilities, vehicles, and equipment are maintained in a manner consistent with the standards of Mainstream Living and applicable regulatory bodies. Tasks include basic home/building upkeep, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, lawn care, landscaping, etc. All personnel are expected to promote a safe and welcoming, home-like environment that inspires hope and supports members with their individual goals and aspirations.

• Education:
  
  High School Diploma or Equivalency/HiSet/GED. Completion of a buildings trade program preferred.
• Experience:
  
  Experience in home/building maintenance and upkeep.
• Driving:
  This position requires possession of a valid Driver’s License, legal driving privileges and ability in the State of Iowa and qualification with Mainstream Living’s underwriter as an insurable driver.
• Other Certification: n/a
• Computer:
  Basic data entry skills required.
• Post hire:
  Must demonstrate competencies to complete internal training.
• General:
  All employees must work diligently to incorporate the spirit and intent of Mainstream Living's mission, vision and values. This includes respectful communication to all others at all times. Employees must be able to establish a rapport and develop positive relationships with others while conducting themselves in line with the Mainstream Living's Code of Ethics. They must also demonstrate consistent professional conduct, establish and maintain appropriate boundaries, take accountability for their work, accept responsibility, offer constructive recommendations, demonstrate dependability and flexibility when shift times or duties change, apply common sense to carry out instructions, and ensure that the best interest of the members is a top priority at all times.
• Property Management Specialist must have the ability to safely use power tools, ladders, and lawn equipment; be knowledgeable of proper safety procedures for exposure to electrical and construction environments; possess excellent driving skills with the ability to drive large vans; and have experience in home repairs, carpentry, plumbing, electrical work and landscaping. Flexibility and willingness to travel are required.

• Provides maintenance and minor construction/remodeling to facilities, including member homes and office buildings.
• Paints facilities, provides lawn care and groundskeeping, and provides snow removal as assigned.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Begins tasks as scheduled and completes them in a timely manner.
• Observes and reports any unsafe conditions.
• Ensures safety of consumers and staff while working.
• Responds to calls on MSL issued cell phone; prioritizes and completes emergency maintenance issues.
• Orders and purchases supplies, materials, and equipment within budgetary constraints.
• Records and submits time and expense by job.
• Supervises/assists contractors’ work.
• Prepares cost estimates.
• Completes and turns in paperwork at regular intervals.
• Is responsible and accountable for vehicles, tools, and equipment.
• Keeps equipment clean and well-maintained.
• Ensures member living environments and employee working environments are safe through immediate attention to safety issues and ongoing awareness of tools, scraps, items accessible during and after task completion.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Health, vision, and dental insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with match
• Paid time off including vacation, holidays and sick time
• Regular wage increase evaluation
• Training and development opportunities
• Education grants
• Life insurance, cancer coverage, and flexible spending accounts
• Opportunities for bonuses/incentives and internal recognition programs

Full job description provided at time of interview.

EOE

M-F 9 AM to 4 PM with potential for very limited evening/weekend for emergencies.

Part-Time and Full-Time availability