HVAC Master Technician - Full Time

About the role

The master tradesman maintains repairs the physical plant and ensures the proper operation of the community. The master tradesman may be required to work with various building systems and trades including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting and community vehicles and possess mastery of the skills and knowledge in one or more of these fields.

A Top Richmond Workplace Winner for the 7th year in a row! At Cedarfield our team members are dedicated to creating a community where age does not define the person. Our mission of Enriching Life’s Journey guides our team in delivering service that focus on autonomy and self-direction, whether that is done in our residents’ cottages, apartments, assisted living, memory support or nursing residences. Our values of Culture, Stewardship, Partnership, Diversity, Hospitality and Quality form a framework for everything we do. If you possess strong professional skills and a desire to serve others by promoting person centered services in a team environment, we invite you to continue with this job application.

Responsibilities

• As assigned by management or by work order -- works independently to install, maintain, or repair a wide variety of building architectural features such as doors, locks, windows, screens, fixtures etc. according to department policies, procedures, and practice.
• As assigned by management or by work order -- performs various duties requiring comprehensive mastery of a specific trade (HVAC, electrician, plumber, etc.)
• Assists in the implementation of a comprehensive preventive maintenance program and maintaining records of the same.
• When assigned, assists other maintenance team and staff members to complete maintenance and repairs to the physical plant and campus in a timely fashion.
• Trouble shoots equipment and makes recommendations on repair needs.
• Makes daily rounds of the facility and specific equipment as assigned and reports repair needs to their supervisor.
• At scheduled times serves as the designated on-call maintenance person to cover after hour emergency maintenance.
• May assist the Department Director in the development and implementation of preventive maintenance program for the various systems under their oversight and make recommendations for improved performance and efficiency of the physical plant.
• Attends safety meetings, in-services, other training as assigned.
• Follows department safety procedures and makes recommendations for improvements to enhance operation, safety, and efficiency of plant.
• May be assigned to landscape maintenance and snow removal as situation dictates.
• All other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High-school education or GED equivalency required. Vo-tech training, specialized training courses or equivalent on the job experience in associated fields required. Preferably holds a journeyman license in the area of expertise for which they are responsible. Minimum five (5) years’ experience in building and equipment maintenance and repair required. Must have a valid Virginia driver’s license and meet Pinnacle Living’s risk management requirements to drive a company vehicle. Employees hired for this position will be required to follow Pinnacle Living’s company-wide policies of being or becoming fully vaccinated against the annual flu, each subject to potential accommodation for medical reasons or religious beliefs.

Qualifications

Ability to work in a team environment and serve residents in a positive and friendly manner. Ability to communicate, read and write using the English language. Ability to work with minimal supervision. Master level knowledge of physical plant operations and maintenance, including HVAC systems, electrical,