Maintenance Technician

Our Mission Statement


Honor Christ through faithful service to seniors and one another.

Our Community

We have grown from humble beginnings in 1932, from serving 12 residents in one small house in Hagerstown, MD to serving over 2,200 individuals and employing over 1,300 co-workers at five different locations in MD and PA. Our co-workers' dedication, skills, loyalty, and compassion have been the key to Homewood's success. At Homewood, you'll become part of a professional and compassionate team, united by a shared commitment to excellence in care and genuine community connection.

What's in it for you?

As a valued member of our team, you'll enjoy these exceptional benefits & perks:

• Paid time off, with an opportunity to cash out each year
• Assistance for new LPNs/RNs - we pay up to 50% of your student loans
• Shift and weekend differentials

But that's not all! Our comprehensive benefits package also includes:

• Referral bonus of up to $600
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• Retirement contributions
• Professional licensure reimbursement

Want to know more? Visit Homewood Benefits for all the details.

Job Summary:

Shows considerable skill in repairing and maintaining machinery, equipment, physical structures, plumbing and electrical systems.

Essential Functions:

Treats all information about residents, their condition, and family as confidential information

Complies with established Corporate and Departmental policies and procedures, and maintains established standards and practices

Assists in a program of preventative maintenance that keeps equipment functioning properly and buildings in good repair

Assists in making repairs to the electrical, HVAC systems, boilers, generators and plumbing equipment

Assists with snow removal and groundskeeping as needed

Responds promptly to requests from residents and staff regarding maintenance problems

Responds immediately to all facility emergencies and is familiar with all emergency equipment and procedures

Assists other departments in special projects and tasks of a heavy nature

Rotates being on-call on off hours

Performs other functions as directed by the supervisor

Qualifications:

High school diploma or equivalent. Technical training in maintenance work, (plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc. )

Three years' experience in plant operations and maintenance

Thorough knowledge of boilers, compressors, generators, and allied machinery, and the mechanical, electrical, plumbing and communication systems would be helpful

Must have organizational skills and be able to do sequential events

Ability to work in adverse weather conditions and temperatures normally ranging from 0 to 100 F

Ability to stand, walk, stoop, twist and turn frequently throughout the course of an eight hour shift and able to lift and transfer at least 70 pounds

Ability to read and interpret blueprints and building plans

Basic knowledge of federal, state and local codes, Life Safety Code, OSHA and requirements of regulatory agencies

Ability to perform skilled work in two trade areas

Physical Requirements:

Must be able to constantly work on their feet during an 8 hour shift; bend, stoop, twist, and turn constantly throughout the shift in performing regular duties. Must be able to push and pull equipment and lift or transfer items weighing 70 pounds frequently throughout the shift. Must be able to work outdoors in adverse weather conditions and temperatures ranging from 0 to 100 degrees

F.