Healthcare Facilities Technician - St Paul's Assisted Living

Glacier Hills Senior Living Community; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Paul’s is seeking a dependable Healthcare Facilities Technician to join our team.

This full-time, day-shift role keeps our community safe, comfortable, and well-maintained through hands-on maintenance across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry and general repairs. You’ll respond to work orders, perform routine inspections, assist outside contractors, and help with room setups and urgent repairs, all while prioritizing resident safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• General maintenance, construction, or facilities experience.
• Comfortable using hand and power tools.
• Willing to learn new equipment and systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently.
• Ability to work safely in a senior living environment.

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

Maintenance experience

Troubleshooting

Hand and power tools

Independent work

Professional communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

HVAC Certification

Job description

Job Description

Full time

Day Shift

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 Healthcare Facilities 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.

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.