Part-Time Facilities Operations Technician

Job Summary

As the Part-Time Facilities Operations Technician, you will help create a welcoming, person-centered resident experience while ensuring the community remains safe, clean, and fully operational. This role combines facility maintenance, custodial support, groundskeeping, apartment turnover preparation, and technology support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive building maintenance including plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, appliance repair, and apartment turnovers (painting, drywall, fixtures, lock changes, and cleaning).
• Complete custodial and groundskeeping duties including floor care, sanitation, landscaping, snow removal, and upkeep of indoor/outdoor common areas.
• Conduct regular inspections and respond to work orders to identify, prioritize, and resolve safety, maintenance, and operational issues.
• Monitor life safety systems and ensure compliance with health, fire, and safety standards while maintaining accurate records and inventory.
• Support overall facility operations including vendor coordination, equipment upkeep, emergency/on-call response, and collaboration with staff and residents.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; vocational training or skilled trade certification preferred
• 2+ years of general building maintenance experience, preferably in residential, healthcare, or senior living environments
• Working knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general building systems
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to work independently
• Good communication and interpersonal skills, with sensitivity to the needs of older adults
• Able to perform physical work including lifting to 50 lbs. and standing, walking, bending, kneeling, climbing ladders, and other physical tasks for extended periods

About WSL

WSL is a nonprofit assisted living and memory care community located in the heart of historic Portsmouth, NH. Established in 1911, we continue to provide exceptional, personalized care and support to our residents and local seniors. As an independent nonprofit, we can adapt quickly to the evolving needs of those we serve. We are dedicated to supporting seniors' health, independence, relationships, and interests—ensuring they remain fully engaged and living richer, more meaningful lives.

Contingencies

All offers of employment are contingent on successfully passing a pre-employment screening, which includes a criminal background check and drug test.

EEO Statement

WSL provides equal employment opportunities in employment to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military status or veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state, federal or local laws or ordinances.