Facilities Maintenance Technician - Hands-On & On-Call

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Dental Vision

401(k) program

Family membership

Café and Spa discounts

FSA/HSA/Life Insurance

Paid time off

Collaborative culture

Job summary

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, via Shared Business Services, is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician for on-site care at the Cincinnati, OH campus. You will handle daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and repair of building systems, coordinating with contractors when specialized support is needed.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, system troubleshooting, work-order management, and safety compliance, with a focus on keeping common areas safe and functional.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; technical school, vocational training, or trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, or plumbing) preferred.
• Experience: 2+ years of hands-on experience in commercial, industrial, or residential building maintenance.
• Technical Skills: Basic electrical wiring, plumbing, mechanical systems, and light carpentry.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, equipment manuals, and wiring schematics.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and diagnostic test equipment.
• Physical Requirements: Stand, walk, bend, kneel, work from ladders or lifts up to 50+ ft, lift 50–75 lbs.
• Other Requirements: Valid driver's license, reliable transportation, on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Conduct regular inspections of building infrastructure and machinery to prevent downtime.
• Troubleshoot and repair HVAC units, plumbing fixtures, electrical panels, lighting, doors, and carpentry.
• Log tasks, track parts usage, and update CMMS work orders.
• Escort and monitor external service providers on-site.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, building codes, and safety procedures.
• Perform general upkeep such as painting and drywall repairs.

Skills

Electrical basics

Plumbing

Mechanical systems

Light carpentry

Blueprints

Tools literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade certifications (HVAC, electrical, or plumbing)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Diagnostic test equipment

Job description

The Jewish Federation of Cincinnati, via Shared Business Services, is seeking a Facility Maintenance Technician for on-site care at the Cincinnati, OH campus. You will handle daily inspections, preventive maintenance, and repair of building systems, coordinating with contractors when specialized support is needed.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, system troubleshooting, work-order management, and safety compliance, with a focus on keeping common areas safe and functional.