Building Maintenance Technician - St Paul's Assisted Living

Trinity Health; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Paul’s, part of Trinity Health Senior Communities, is seeking a hands-on Building Maintenance Technician to keep our community safe, comfortable, and well‑maintained. You’ll handle general maintenance, repairs, and preventative tasks across facilities, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical work.

You’ll be mechanically inclined, dependable, and ready to learn. No two days are the same as you respond to resident and staff needs and collaborate with outside contractors when needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• HVAC certification preferred but not required.
• Previous maintenance or related hands‑on experience preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, or mechanical repairs is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Complete general building maintenance and repair work.
• Respond to maintenance work orders and troubleshoot problems.
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs.
• Assist with preventative maintenance on building equipment and systems.
• Repair doors, hardware, fixtures, furniture, flooring, and other building components.
• Help troubleshoot heating and cooling issues.
• Perform routine building and equipment inspections.
• Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and other facility projects.
• Work with outside contractors when specialized repairs are needed.
• Help respond to building emergencies such as water leaks, power outages, or equipment failures.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.

Skills

General maintenance

Troubleshooting

Hand and power tools

Independent work

Resident/contractor communication

Learning mindset

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC Certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Description

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys fixing things and taking pride in your work? St. Paul’s is looking for a dependable Building Maintenance Technician to join our team and help keep our community safe, comfortable, and looking its best. This is a great opportunity for someone with general maintenance, construction, apartment maintenance, facilities, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or handyman experience who enjoys variety and wants to work in an environment where their work makes a difference every day.

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day Shift

Description

Are you a hands-on problem solver who enjoys fixing things and taking pride in your work? St. Paul’s is looking for a dependable Building Maintenance Technician to join our team and help keep our community safe, comfortable, and looking its best. This is a great opportunity for someone with general maintenance, construction, apartment maintenance, facilities, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, or handyman experience who enjoys variety and wants to work in an environment where their work makes a difference every day.

You do not need to be an expert in every trade. We are looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, dependable, willing to learn, and comfortable tackling a variety of maintenance tasks. As a Building Maintenance Technician, no two days will be exactly the same. You’ll help maintain our building and respond to the everyday maintenance needs of our residents and staff.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Complete general building maintenance and repair work
• Respond to maintenance work orders and troubleshoot problems
• Perform minor plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and mechanical repairs
• Assist with preventative maintenance on building equipment and systems
• Repair doors, hardware, fixtures, furniture, flooring, and other building components
• Help troubleshoot heating and cooling issues
• Perform routine building and equipment inspections
• Assist with room setups, furniture moves, and other facility projects
• Work with outside contractors when specialized repairs are needed
• Help respond to building emergencies such as water leaks, power outages, or equipment failures
• Maintain a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors

We’re Looking For Someone Who

• Has general maintenance, construction, facilities, mechanical, or similar hands-on experience
• Enjoys troubleshooting and figuring out how to fix things
• Is comfortable using hand and power tools
• Can work independently and manage multiple priorities
• Is dependable and takes pride in doing quality work
• Communicates professionally with residents, coworkers, and contractors
• Is willing to learn new equipment and building systems
• Can safely perform the physical requirements of a maintenance position, including lifting, climbing ladders, bending, and working in different areas of the facility

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• HVAC Certification preferred but not required
• Previous maintenance or related hands‑on experience preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, or mechanical repairs is helpful.

Why St. Paul’s?

At St. Paul’s, your work has a direct impact on the people who live and work in our community. You’ll be part of a team that values dependable people, practical problem-solving, teamwork, and quality work.

St. Paul’s is part of Trinity Health Senior Communities, providing the stability and resources of a large organization along with the opportunity to make a difference at the community level.

If you have maintenance experience, enjoy working with your hands, and are looking for a position where your skills are appreciated, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every preferred qualification.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person‑centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.