Maintenance Technician

POSITION OVERVIEW

Title: Maintenance Technician

Company: Irvine Cottages LLC (DBA, Irvine Cottages & Granny’s Place)

Reports to: Regional Property Manager & Asset Manager

Location: Orange County, CA

ABOUT IRVINE COTTAGES

Irvine Cottages is a leading provider of affordable, boutique-style residential assisted living services in Orange County, CA, that specializes in offering a coordinated and integrated system of care to high-acuity older adults with multiple chronic illnesses, including Alzheimer’s and other dementia.

Irvine Cottages differentiates itself by providing complex care and medical services coordination in a home-like environment, communicating effectively, and making resident and family satisfaction its top priority.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Maintenance Technician position ensures residents a safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing environment. The role includes a variety of tasks, such as appliance repair, plumbing, electrical work, general HVAC maintenance, and addressing hazardous conditions on the property.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Make repairs to appliances (garbage disposal, dishwashers, refrigerators, freezers, icemakers, laundry equipment, ovens, stoves)
• Repair plumbing fixtures (leaky faucets, toilets, sinks, drain, valves, water lines)
• Identify and correct hazardous property conditions, look for needed maintenance and liability hazards and repair/report to Regional Property Manager
• Perform turn-key work as required to ensure vacancies are rent-ready in a timely manner for new residents
• Diagnose repairs needed, install communications and entertainment systems (telephone, television, cable, smart tv hookup, internet, call button and alarm systems)
• Perform wall texturing, painting, drywall repairs

• Perform rough and finish carpentry as well as door removal and installation
• Diagnose repairs needed and general maintenance for Heating and Air Conditioning Equipment (HVAC)
• Replace & Test Smoke Detectors & Carbon Monoxide Alarms
• Other ad hoc projects and duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• GED or Equivalent
• Residential and/or Commercial Maintenance Experience: 3-5 years (Required)
• Plumbing Experience: 3-5 years (Preferred)
• Electrical Experience: 3-5 years (Preferred)
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and pass a thorough background check
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs., stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl
• Communicate effectively
• Practice team behavior & demonstrate effective interpersonal relationships
• Organized and manage time effectively
• Proficient in technology and cell phone applications (i.e., Gmail, Slack, Monday.com)

Work Environment & What We Offer:

• Full-time, Medical, Dental, 401k
• Competitive wages
• A dynamic, supportive, and collaborative work environment