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Sunnyside Presbyterian Home

Nonprofit Life Plan Community operator

Buildings & Grounds Technician

Full-Time
$17 - $26/hr
Junior
Harrisonburg, VA, USA
In Person
General Maintenance & RepairBuilding & Property Maintenance

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) is required.
  • Ability to process information accurately, make appropriate decisions, and take appropriate action based on available information.
  • Basic working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and heating and cooling (HVAC) is required.
  • Current Virginia driver’s license and meeting Sunnyside policy HR069 driver eligibility requirements are preferred.
  • Ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.
  • Ability to routinely sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push, and pull items weighing 50 pounds or less, and occasionally more than 75 pounds.
  • Manual dexterity and auditory and visual skills are required.
  • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor conditions, on varying surfaces, and with potential exposure to heat and cold; follow universal precautions to minimize hazards.
Responsibilities
  • Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance tasks to identify and resolve potential concerns before they disrupt daily operations.
  • Complete work orders, follow instructions for assigned tasks and essential daily functions, and ask for clarification when information is unclear.
  • Promptly address and complete maintenance requests and perform necessary repairs to facility systems, including electrical, plumbing, and general building upkeep.
  • Support facility operations and help maintain a safe, efficient, and pleasant environment for occupants.
  • Record and report all time and materials used for projects.
  • Safely use the tools needed for assigned jobs.
  • Work independently with minimal supervision and complete work within reasonable time frames.
  • Assist with or complete emergency maintenance tasks and obtain support when needed.
  • Correct problems or recommend necessary contract services.
  • Immediately report or correct unsafe working conditions or equipment.
  • Return equipment to its proper location promptly and keep workstations and work sites neat and orderly.
  • Assist with room setup and teardown for events.
  • Assist with emergency drills, including fire drills and elopement drills.
  • Remove snow and ice from campus roadways, driveways, parking lots, walkways, and entrances.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Desired Qualifications
  • A minimum of two years of experience in general maintenance and repairs is preferred.
  • Strong customer service skills and maintaining a hospitality approach when engaging with all individuals are preferred.

About the company

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Sunnyside Presbyterian Home

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Sunnyside Communities operates Life Plan Communities in Virginia, with three campuses in Harrisonburg, Martinsville, and Waynesboro. It provides a full continuum of care, including independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, with an entrance fee and ongoing monthly fees for predictable healthcare costs. Residents can move between care levels within the same campus, preserving continuity and community, in a faith-based Presbyterian nonprofit model. The goal is to offer integrated, faith-aligned senior living that supports changing needs on the same campus while maintaining stability, dignity, and community.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

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Founded

1912

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What believers are saying

  • Sunnyside won 2026 Best of the Valley gold for retirement and memory care.
  • Staffing improved since 2023, and 2025 turnover and retention strengthened.
  • The 2025 strategic plan targets growth, wellness programming, and campus improvements.

What critics are saying

  • Virginia staffing shortages still pressure consistency; 2025 strategy depends on younger hires.
  • Higher-acuity residents raise clinical complexity and liability exposure across Sunnyside's three campuses.
  • If entrance-fee demand weakens, the nonprofit's expansion plans stall and capital flexibility erodes.

What makes Sunnyside Presbyterian Home unique

  • Sunnyside Communities operates three Virginia Life Plan campuses with Christian, nonprofit continuity.
  • Josh Lyons launched an administrator-in-training program in 2025 for higher-acuity senior care.
  • Sunnyside combines independent living, memory care, skilled nursing, rehab, and home health.

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Benefits

  • Personal Leave
  • Paid Sick Leave
  • Paid Vacation Leave
  • Paid Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • 401(k) Plan with Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Company Paid Short-term Disability Insurance
  • Company Paid Long-term Disability Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement

Company News

Sunnyside Communities
Oct 12th, 2026
Sunnyside Communities announces Tammy Shorter as Interim Executive Director of King's Grant.

Sunnyside Communities announces Tammy Shorter as Interim Executive Director of King's Grant. Sunnyside Communities is pleased to announce the promotion of Tammy Shorter to Interim Executive Director of King's Grant in Martinsville, effective October 6, 2026. Shorter brings 13 years of leadership experience at King's Grant, having served as Administrator of Lacy Health Center. Throughout her tenure, she has demonstrated a strong commitment to quality care, operational excellence, and the well-being of residents and team members. Under her leadership, King's Grant has consistently achieved excellent survey results, maintained high levels of satisfaction, and demonstrated a strong record of quality care. Her dedication to advancing best practices has contributed to positive outcomes not only at King's Grant, but across Sunnyside Communities. "At Sunnyside Communities, we believe in developing our team members and recognizing the talent and leadership that already exist within our organization," said Josh O. Lyons, President and CEO of Sunnyside Communities. "Tammy's experience, dedication, and proven leadership make her well suited to guide King's Grant through this next chapter." For Shorter, the opportunity to lead King's Grant represents a continuation of her longstanding commitment to the community and the people who call it home. "King's Grant has been such an important part of my life for the past 13 years, and I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to continue serving this community in a new capacity," said Shorter. "I have had the privilege of working alongside some truly exceptional people who care deeply about our residents and one another. I am proud of what we have accomplished together and look forward to building on that foundation as we continue to make King's Grant a wonderful place to live and work." In her new role, Shorter will oversee the operations of King's Grant while continuing to serve as the licensed administrator for the campus's care areas during the transition. Shorter's promotion reflects Sunnyside Communities' ongoing commitment to professional growth, leadership development, and promoting from within whenever possible. Her extensive knowledge of King's Grant, established relationships with residents and employees, and dedication to the organization's mission provide a strong foundation for her leadership in this new role. Sunnyside Communities congratulates Shorter on this well-deserved promotion and looks forward to her continued leadership and service to the King's Grant community.

Sunnyside Communities
Sep 1st, 2026
Matt Fredericks featured as Senior Dining Association "member on the Move"

Matt Fredericks featured as Senior Dining Association "member on the Move" Congratulations to Matt Fredericks, Director of Culinary Experience for Sunnyside Communities, who was recently featured by the Senior Dining Association as its "Member on the Move." The feature highlights Matt's career journey, leadership philosophy and expanded role supporting dining operations across Sunnyside, King's Grant and Summit Square. It also recognizes his commitment to developing team members, strengthening culinary operations and creating meaningful dining experiences that support resident wellness, connection and quality of life. Matt joined Sunnyside Communities in 2021 and has continued to grow as a leader within the organization. In his new corporate role, he is helping strengthen dining and hospitality across all three communities while supporting each campus and its unique culture. Sunnyside Communities is proud to see Matt and his leadership recognized by the Senior Dining Association and grateful for the experience, creativity and passion he brings to Sunnyside Communities. Read the entire article here: seniordining.org/senior-dining-news/f/member-on-the-move-matthew-fredericks