Facilities Maintenance Tech - Path to Facilities Manager

Heightslibrary; Cleveland Heights, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

OPERS enrollment

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Heights Libraries is seeking a hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to keep library buildings and grounds safe, clean, and running smoothly. You’ll perform routine repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance across locations, with growth into more specialized building systems over time.

From day one, you’ll handle carpentry, painting, basic plumbing/electrical fixes, custodial tasks, and grounds care, with travel between sites as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of general maintenance, custodial, construction, or related hands-on field.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance equipment.
• Valid Ohio driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs., work on ladders, and in varying weather conditions.
• Reliable, self-directed, and able to prioritize workload.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine building maintenance and repairs (carpentry, painting, basic plumbing and electrical).
• Inspect facilities and grounds for safety and maintenance needs.
• Complete preventative maintenance on building equipment on schedule.
• Provide custodial support as needed to keep spaces clean.
• Travel between library locations to complete work.
• Log completed work orders and maintenance activity.

Skills

General maintenance experience

Reliable & self-directed

Prioritizes workload

Driving between locations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Maintenance equipment

Job description

Heights Libraries is seeking a hands-on Facilities Maintenance Technician to keep library buildings and grounds safe, clean, and running smoothly. You’ll perform routine repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance across locations, with growth into more specialized building systems over time.

From day one, you’ll handle carpentry, painting, basic plumbing/electrical fixes, custodial tasks, and grounds care, with travel between sites as needed.