Maintenance, Building Maintenance

Overview

Valley View Village is hiring an experienced, driven individual to join our Maintenance team to help keep the campus safe, comfortable, and welcoming for residents and staff. This is a great opportunity to work on hands‑on maintenance and be part of a supportive environment.

Position Type: Full‑time, benefits eligible
Shift: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm
Location: 2571 Guthrie Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

• Perform routine maintenance repairs and projects as needed.
• Implement and schedule a preventive maintenance program.
• Respond to maintenance requests by residents and staff.
• Painting and drywalling.
• Follow through on projects with little supervision.
• Perform manual tasks and carry out all given job‑related instructions.
• Keep detailed reports of ongoing and completed projects.
• Complete lawn care and snow removal as needed.
• Perform other duties as requested.

• 3‑5 years of maintenance experience required.
• Prior experience in plumbing, electrical work, HVAC and/or floor care preferred.
• Prior experience in a healthcare setting preferred, but not required.
• Must be available to work on‑call as needed.
• Able to make repairs inside and outside of building, basic carpentry, basic plumbing, replace light bulbs, filters, etc.
• Able to use basic maintenance tools such as hammer, pliers, screwdriver, drill, etc.
• Must have strong communication and organizational skills.

• Competitive pay with experience‑based raises
• Tuition assistance & student loan forgiveness (site‑specific)
• Generous PTO & 403(b)/401(k) with employer match
• Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance) for full‑time employees
• Employee assistance program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Pet insurance