Maintenance Technician

Start a meaningful career as a Maintenance Technician with The Rivers of Portage, A Better Living Community!   Make a difference in someone's life every day.

At The Rivers of Portage, we lead with love—creating senior communities where purpose, dignity, and joy define every moment.

Join a team grounded in compassion and hospitality, where your work truly elevates lives.

Why Join Us?

Personalized Care :

• We believe better care leads to better living Competitive Pay : $24-$31 an hour, credit given for experience Schedule :  This is a full-time position working approximately 30 hours a week Supportive Team : We invest in our team just like we invest in our residents Quick Hiring : Apply today and hear back within 48 hours   What You’ll Do : Perform routine maintenance and repairs (plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry) Inspect and maintain facility, resident rooms, common areas, and grounds Respond promptly to maintenance requests and prepare rooms for new residents Ensure compliance with safety, OSHA, and infection control standards Maintain logs, manage supplies, and support emergency systems Assist with seasonal tasks, vendor coordination, and on-call support as needed What You’ll Need : 21 years of age or older Valid driver’s license (required) Minimum 1–2 years of general maintenance experience; experience in long-term care or healthcare setting (preferred) Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building maintenance Ability to safely use hand and power tools Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills CBRF certificate (preferred) Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, and maintain maintenance records Good communication and customer service skills, especially when working in resident-occupied areas Benefits Available to You :   Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan Life & AD&D Insurance Short- & Long-Term Disability Supplemental Coverage : Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity Employee Assistance Program (EAP) To apply, please complete the required questionnaire.
• We accept applications on a rolling basis.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
• We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process.
• If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know.
• Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.
• Applicants may be subject to a background check.
• Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position.
• If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties.
• As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve.
• With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.
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