Maintenance​/Grounds Worker

Faith-based, non-profit, senior living community.

Maintenance/Grounds Worker

Wage Range:  hourly

Friendship Manor is a great place to work! We're a faith-based, non-profit, senior living community and we've been a big part of the Quad Cities since 1979. We are currently looking for a full-time Maintenance/Grounds "floater" to cover shifts on a flexible basis.

• Disability and Life Insurance for FT employees
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance options
• 403b Retirement fund with employer match program
• PTO accrual from Day 1 for all FT and PT employees
• Paid holidays annually for FT employees
• Flexibility in your Schedule
• Home buying assistance
  -Employees of Friendship Manor can qualify through the Manor's DARI program

• Assist in the care of the grounds and snow removal.
• Maintain all tools in good working order.
• Relocate furniture for residents as needed.
• Maintain all Friendship Manor vehicles as directed.
• Pick up and deliver supplies and materials as needed.
• Receive and follow maintenance instructions from your supervisor.
• Perform routine maintenance and repair on the facility and equipment to include plumbing, plastering, electrical, carpentry, mechanical, etc., as directed, in accordance with established procedures.
• Replace burned out light bulbs, to include, exit lights, overhead lights, fluorescent lights, room call lights, outdoor lights, apartment lights, etc., and perform cleaning duties wherever necessary.
• Service heating and cooling units/systems, as specified by the manufacturer, and in compliance with established policies and procedures.
• Perform unscheduled maintenance tasks as directed.
• Set up and tear down tables and chairs for parties, meetings, etc.
• Assist residents locked out of their apartments.
• Respond to fire drills according to established policies and procedures.
• Write charge slips for chargeable duties (labor and parts) performed.
• Maintain the CONFIDENTIALITY of all resident information.
• Honor the residents’ personal and property rights.
• Check for permission to enter before entering a resident’s apartment.

• Must have a minimum of six (6) months of related electrical, plumbing or carpentry experience.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and clear driving record.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions, to follow instructions, and to accept constructive criticism.
• Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the general public.
• Must maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc., and maintain the appearance of the maintenance work areas.
• Must be willing to work harmoniously with other personnel as well as be willing to handle residents based on whatever maturity level they are currently functioning.
• Must have the ability to minimize waste of supplies, misuse of equipment, etc.
• Must possess the ability to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing maintenance practices.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
• Must be able to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.