Facilities Technician

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & vision

Pet insurance

Paid time off

403B retirement

PSLF loan forgiveness eligibility

Employee assistance program

DEI initiatives

Job summary

Ability Beyond is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the maintenance and repair of our residential and program facilities in Bethel, CT. This hands-on role ensures environments are safe, functional, and well-maintained.

You will perform routine maintenance, respond to urgent repairs, and support preventative maintenance across agency properties. The job is full-time, on-site, with an hourly pay rate of $19 and a rotating on-call schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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 like in the HTML.
• 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.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Troubleshooting

Independent worker

On-call responsiveness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school certification

OSHA/NFPA certifications

Tools

CMMS (Salesforce)

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

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