When you work at THE FORUM, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life!
THE FORUM is recruiting for a hospitality focused Maintenance Tech II to join our team! The Maintenance Tech II person is responsible for maintaining all aspects of the physical plant. Under supervisor direction, the Tech performs preventive maintenance, routine servicing, seasonal repairs and changes, building equipment and plumbing repairs.
Hourly Wage: $ 34.08-$45.44
Employment Type: Full Time( Must be available to work in the weekends).
Why You'll Love Working Here
- Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance; HSA and FSA options
- Life and Disability coverage (basic and voluntary)
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, Identity & Fraud Protection, and Pet Insurance
- Competitive benefits and 401(k) with company match
- Referral Bonus Program - Up to $500 per referral!
- Generous PTO, Paid Holidays and Bereavement Leaves
- Employee Assistance Program & a Safe and clean work environment
- Birthday Celebration, Service Tenure Awards and Monthly Employee Engagement Activities
- Career Advancement Opportunities
- Tuition Reimbursement Program
- A warm, engaging, and mission-driven workplace where your impact truly matters
Here are a few of the daily responsibilities of a MAINTENANCE TECH II:
- Working as a team with the entire Plant department, the Maintenance Tech II performs general maintenance duties, preventive maintenance, service calls, and emergency maintenance as needed and assigned.
- Performs building and equipment repairs, with moderate plumbing and electrical, and some carpentry.
- Completes apartment turnovers, including minor repairs, touchup painting, and restoring apartment to original condition
- Performs apartment inspections & PM’s
- Performs regular pool maintenance, chemical readings, and minor cleaning.
- Continues to perform minor repairs, painting, and similar duties that may be assigned to a Maintenance Tech I but is faster and more proficient compared to Tech I levels and requires only moderate oversight and direction.
- Instructs residents on how to use their thermostats. Will assist with HVAC systems including pumps, heaters, general plumbing and cooling towers.
Provides excellent customer service to residents as demonstrated by doing the following:
- Preview work order and arrive at unit prepared with all tools/parts needed.
- Greet the resident by name, introduce yourself, and tell him/her what you will be working on.
- Wear protective ‘booties’ over shoes when entering residents’ unit, if requested.
- If resident is not home, leave a note.
Here are a few of the qualifications we need you to have:
- High school graduate. Technical schooling and/or training preferred
- Minimum three to five years previous work experience with electrical, plumbing, painting, and other general maintenance duties in a complex commercial, industrial or healthcare setting.
- Ability to read and understand basic blueprints and schematics.
- Basic understanding of HVAC thermostats.
- Ability to understand and follow instructions in English, communicates effectively, and performs simple arithmetic.
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Must have a passion for excellent customer service.
If you're an enthusiastic, compassionate, senior care professional who is passionate about hospitality and senior engagement- please apply, we'd love to get to know you!
EEO Employer
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Three to five years of experience with electrical, plumbing, painting, and general maintenance duties in a complex commercial, industrial, or healthcare setting
- Ability to read and understand basic blueprints and schematics
- Basic understanding of HVAC thermostats
- Ability to understand and follow instructions in English
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to perform simple arithmetic
- Passion for excellent customer service
- Technical schooling and/or training
What We Do
The Roosevelt at Salt Creek is a senior living community in Elmhurst, Illinois, serving older adults through independent living, assisted living, memory care, and respite options. It uses an elevated rental model that provides amenities and services without the large buy-in fees associated with some traditional senior housing. The community emphasizes maintenance-free living, activities, comfort, personal freedom, and an active retirement lifestyle.
