Facilities Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for maintaining Logan River Academy's campus, buildings, grounds, and equipment in a safe, clean, secure, and functional condition. This position performs preventative maintenance, repairs, inspections, and general maintenance duties to support a residential treatment environment for adolescents while ensuring compliance with applicable safety, licensing, and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs to buildings, offices, dormitories, classrooms, and common areas.
• Complete work orders in a timely and professional manner.
• Repair doors, locks, windows, flooring, drywall, ceilings, and cabinetry.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces as needed.
• Assemble and install furniture, shelving, fixtures, and equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities and equipment.
• Replace filters, belts, light bulbs, batteries, and other maintenance items.
• Maintain maintenance logs and inspection records.
• Maintain sidewalks, parking lots, fencing, and outdoor recreation areas.
• Assist with snow removal, ice control, and seasonal maintenance.
• Perform basic landscaping duties, including mowing, trimming, irrigation repairs, and debris removal.
• Conduct routine safety inspections and report hazards immediately.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, fire safety, Joint Commission, state licensing, and company safety standards.
• Maintain emergency equipment and assist with fire drills and emergency preparedness activities.
• Follow all infection control, environmental safety, and workplace safety procedures.
• Operate and maintain maintenance equipment, tools, and vehicles safely.
• Coordinate repairs with outside vendors when necessary.
• Monitor maintenance supplies and notify the Facilities Manager when inventory needs replenishing.
• Respond promptly to maintenance emergencies.
• Participate in after-hours or on-call maintenance duties as assigned.
• Maintain a professional appearance and positive working relationship with staff, students, and visitors.
• Assist with facility improvement projects and campus moves.

Qualifications

A high school diploma or GED is required, and trade school or vocational training is preferred.

Experience

Minimum of two years of experience in building maintenance, facilities maintenance, construction, or a related field is preferred, with experience in healthcare, residential treatment, education, or commercial facilities also preferred.

Skills

• Basic knowledge of electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC systems, carpentry, drywall repair, painting, and general construction.
• Ability to troubleshoot maintenance problems.
• Ability to prioritize multiple work orders.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Basic computer skills for work order tracking and email communication.

Physical Requirements

Frequently lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; occasionally lift up to 75 pounds with assistance. Frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb ladders, and work overhead. Stand and walk for extended periods. Work both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions. Safely operate maintenance equipment, power tools, and vehicles.

Working Conditions

Residential treatment center environment serving adolescents. Exposure to cleaning chemicals, maintenance equipment, and outdoor weather conditions. May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, or respond to emergency maintenance situations.