Facilities Technician

Ability Beyond; Bethel (CT); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Pet insurance

Paid time off

403B retirement

Loan forgiveness (PSLF)

EAP program

DEI initiatives

Job summary

Ability Beyond in Bethel, CT is seeking a Facilities Technician to maintain our residential and program facilities. The role is hands-on, on-site, and includes a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergencies.

Pay is $19 per hour and full-time scheduling is Sunday to Wednesday, 7:30 am to 5 pm. Responsibilities cover painting, repairs across trades, preventative maintenance, and coordinating with vendors, with emphasis on safety and reliability of facilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• 2+ years of facilities, maintenance, or related experience.
• Experience across multiple trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) preferred.
• Trade school certification or OSHA/NFPA certifications are a plus.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Ability to respond to urgent situations, including after-hours calls as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform general facility maintenance including painting, drywall repair, and minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work.
• Complete preventative maintenance and respond to corrective work orders using Salesforce CMMS.
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues across buildings, equipment, and grounds.
• Support HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs and upkeep.
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hours emergencies.
• Coordinate with external vendors and provide updates on work progress.
• Conduct routine inspections and identify opportunities for facility improvements.
• Maintain tools, equipment, and agency vehicles in clean and working condition.
• Assist with furniture assembly, locksmith tasks, and other facility-related projects.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

Multi-trade knowledge

Problem solving

On-call responsiveness

Education

High school diploma

Driver's license

OSHA/NFPA certs

Trade school cert

Tools

Salesforce CMMS

Job description

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hours emergencies.***

Location: Bethel, CT

Payrate: $19 / hour

Full-Time | SUN-WEDS 7:30 am - 5 pm | On-site

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hours emergencies.***

Ability Beyond is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the maintenance and repair of our residential and program facilities. This role is hands-on and essential to ensuring our environments are safe, functional, and well-maintained. The Facilities Technician will perform routine maintenance, respond to urgent repairs, and support preventative maintenance efforts across agency properties.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform general facility maintenance including painting, drywall repair, and minor electrical, plumbing, and carpentry work
• Complete preventative maintenance and respond to corrective work orders using CMMS (Salesforce)
• Troubleshoot and resolve maintenance issues across buildings, equipment, and grounds
• Support HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and appliance repairs and upkeep
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule to address after-hours emergencies
• Coordinate with external vendors and provide updates on work progress
• Conduct routine inspections and identify opportunities for facility improvements
• Maintain tools, equipment, and agency vehicles in clean and working condition
• Assist with furniture assembly, locksmith tasks, and other facility-related projects

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Valid driver's license required
• 2+ years of facilities, maintenance, or related experience
• Experience across multiple trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry) preferred
• Trade school certification or OSHA/NFPA certifications are a plus
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Ability to respond to urgent situations, including after-hours calls as needed

Benefits

• Generous benefits package (medical, dental, vision, pet insurance)
• Paid time off (increases over years of service)
• Self-directed retirement plan options (403B)
• PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility
• Access to an Employee Assistance Program including mental health resources
• Ongoing diversity, equity, inclusion, & belonging initiatives