A Decade of Dedication: Matthew Greer Keeps Westminster Presbyterian Village Running Smoothly

For the past decade, Matthew Greer has been the dependable force behind maintenance operations at Westminster Presbyterian Village. As Maintenance Manager for the past two years, Matthew oversees six buildings and several single homes, ensuring everything functions properly for both residents and staff.

Finding His Place

Matthew joined the PSL family in 2015, starting in what he calls "the bottom of the totem pole" with special projects in the housekeeping department. His path to maintenance wasn't immediate—he applied for maintenance positions twice before finally landing the role on his third attempt.

"I was on a three-year kick of every three years getting a new job. And finally, it was 'No, I gotta find a place to kind of settle down at,'" Matthew shares.

When asked what keeps him at Westminster Presbyterian Village, Matthew doesn't hesitate: "My eight-minute commute." That convenience factor—along with a workplace where his contributions are valued—has made this his longest-held position.

No Typical Day

Asked about his typical day-to-day routine, Matthew laughs. "I don't think I've had one of those yet." His responsibilities include overseeing building safety, functionality, and appearance, plus ensuring resident and staff work requests are completed promptly and correctly.

"My joke around here is if you look at something too long, it will just break in front of you," Matthew explains. His most memorable maintenance moment? When a colleague barely touched an outdoor fountain and half of it collapsed unexpectedly. "I probably lay on the ground laughing for 20 minutes as he was trying to hold it up, asking me to help him, and I couldn't catch my breath to get up."

Building Relationships Across Campus

One of Matthew's strengths is his connection with virtually everyone at Westminster Presbyterian Village. "There's not one person here who probably couldn't tell you that they've never met me. Everyone really just says, 'Hey, ask Matt what he thinks.'"

A Community in Transition

During his decade at Westminster Presbyterian Village, Matthew has witnessed an interesting evolution in resident demographics.

"When I started, it was a completely different type of resident here than what's moving in now," he notes. "Nowadays, everyone who moves in is very tech-savvy. 'I don't use a house phone. I have a smartphone. I have an Apple Watch.' The ones that have been here since I started—I'm surprised they don't have a rotary phone hanging on their wall."

This shift created unique challenges, including managing four different work order submission methods simultaneously until the system was eventually streamlined.

Life Beyond Maintenance

Outside work, Matthew enjoys an active family life and looks forward to becoming a grandfather in June. His 14-year-old daughter plays volleyball for traveling club teams, and they often practice together on their backyard court. "I've got a full-size volleyball net and lines painted and everything...over the years, she's gotten better than me. I actually dodge out of the way when she serves the ball to me now."

An outdoor enthusiast, Matthew enjoys spending time with his family and two dogs. He keeps busy with projects around his property, recently digging a 17-by-15-foot pond for his dogs to cool off in during warmer months.

Wellness at Work

One PSL benefit Matthew appreciates is convenient access to the fitness center located just one floor above his office. "Every morning before I start work, I go in there for anywhere from 10 to 20 minutes just to kind of get my day started. It's enough to get my blood moving, just to kind of get myself focused."

Advice for Future Maintenance Managers

For those hoping to follow in his footsteps, Matthew emphasizes the importance of curiosity and continuous learning.

"If anyone was looking to be in my position at a younger level, I would just suggest that they start at the bottom to pay as much attention as possible and ask as many questions as possible," he advises. "The amount of change that I've seen—whether it be just the buildings, the facility, the regulations—everything changes so quickly and so frequently that if you don't ask questions, you might not always know the answer."

His philosophy is simple but powerful: "Knowledge is power. Some people think money is power, but I think the more you know, the better."

Through his dedication, adaptability, and problem-solving approach, Matthew Greer exemplifies the commitment that keeps Westminster Presbyterian Village functioning smoothly for residents and staff alike.