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Join our team as a Senior Maintenance Mechanic Team Leader, responsible for troubleshooting and repairing apartment HVAC systems, maintaining residential apartments and public areas, and ensuring efficient upkeep. You will also train staff on proper maintenance techniques and serve as a technical resource, overseeing the overall condition of your assigned neighborhood.

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, Starting at $

What we offer

• A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• 30% discount on food and drinks at on-site dining venues, plus additional healthy choice meal options at discounted prices
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

How you will make an impact

• Perform routine and emergency repairs in residential apartments and public areas including correcting electrical malfunctions, repairing and replacing plumbing fixtures, pipes and fittings, repairing and replacing light bulbs and fixtures, repairing doors and locks
• Perform all necessary scheduled preventive maintenance procedures on designated equipment
• Respond to emergency calls for system and equipment failure.
• Assist in maintaining proper levels of material/supplies for neighborhood assigned to ensure the timely and efficient completion of necessary tasks.

What you will need

• Minimum of 3 years of maintenance experience in a residential apartment complex, commercial building construction or maintenance required
• Must possess a working knowledge of residential building maintenance to include, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, flooring, and appliances: solid knowledge of HVAC
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot issues; basic computer skills and knowledge.
• Must be able to effectively communicate with residents and staff
• Must possess current EPA certification to handle refrigerants
• Capacity to lift 50 pounds, over 50 pounds- must use the aid of a hand truck or get assistance and move light furniture
• Ability to be on one's feet for a long period of time, bending and extensive walking; ability to push and pull, climb and descend a ladder to 6/8 feet or higher
• Current and valid driver’s license

Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.

Tallgrass Creek is a beautiful 65-acre continuing care retirement community located in Overland Park, Kansas, just minutes from the Kansas-Missouri border. We’re part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country’s largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Tallgrass Creek helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.

Erickson Senior Living, its affiliates, and managed communities are Equal Opportunity Employers and are committed to providing a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, veteran status, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or any other category protected by federal, state or local law.