Maintenance Technician I

About the role

Serenity Light Recovery Center at Sierra Health and Wellness uses evidence‑based methods to restore families, relationships, and self‑worth. By transforming character, they give life back to people who have lost it through substance abuse and mental health issues.

The Maintenance Technician I is responsible for performing general construction, framing, demolition, repair, and maintenance work at assigned sites. This position requires a dependable, energetic, and task‑oriented individual who can work independently, follow instructions, and complete projects safely, efficiently, and in a timely manner.

Responsibilities

• Perform framing and demolition tasks.
• Review work orders to identify required materials.
• Operate and maintain power tools and vehicles.
• Transport equipment and supplies; maintain a clean driving record for agency vehicle use.
• Coordinate with agency staff and outside contractors for maintenance and repairs.
• Conduct ground‑keeping maintenance activities, including lawn care, snow removal, flower bed, bush, and tree care.
• Maintain inventory, equipment, warranty information, and preventive‑maintenance records.
• Establish and conduct a comprehensive preventive‑maintenance program.
• Respond to emergency situations, including emergency systems.
• Perform move‑in/move‑out inspections.
• Properly use, care for, and maintain custodial, lawn‑maintenance, and gardening equipment.
• Apply basic building and ground‑maintenance repair procedures.
• Work closely with the Maintenance Manager to ensure smooth operations.
• Collaborate with outside contractors or agencies on special projects.
• Develop and maintain courteous, tactful, and positive relationships with agency staff, residents, volunteers, municipal, utility, and law‑enforcement personnel.
• Balance individual tenant concerns with the common good of the project.
• Work effectively under substantial workload, time constraints, frequent interruptions, and shifting priorities.
• Read, understand, interpret, explain, and apply applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
• Perform unskilled and semi‑skilled work in maintenance, repair, and construction of buildings and grounds.
• Other duties as necessary.

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 months (up to 3 years) experience in maintenance or a related field.
• CPR/First Aid certification.
• High School diploma or GED equivalent (preferred).
• Current TB test and health screen.
• Valid driver’s license.

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of standing and walking.
• Ability to climb ladders, bend, or crawl into awkward spaces.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Working Environment

• Indoor and outdoor work, including extreme weather conditions.
• Excessive noise and continuous exposure.
• Slippery and uneven walking surfaces.
• Working around moving machinery/heavy equipment and in close proximity to others.

Travel

Ability to travel to various office or facility locations.