Maintenance Technician

Blossom Care Center; Cuyahoga Falls (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

Blossom Care Center in Cuyahoga Falls, OH is seeking a reliable Maintenance Technician to support our facility team. This hands-on role focuses on repairs, preventive maintenance, and assisting the Lead Building Engineer to keep a safe, comfortable long‑term care environment for residents.

You will perform repairs across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire safety and related systems, log activities, and coordinate with vendors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; trade certification (EPA refrigeration, HVAC, or basic electrical/plumbing) preferred.
• 2–4 years hands-on building or facility maintenance experience in healthcare or similar regulated setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on repairs and preventive maintenance on building systems including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, PTAC, fire alarms, nurse call lights, internet/network, and emergency generators.
• Assist Lead Building Engineer with work orders, prioritize tasks, and execute preventive maintenance schedules; reduce reactive repairs.

Skills

Technical troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

HVAC systems

Electrical systems

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade certification

Job description

Job Details: Blossom Care Center – Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223. Position Type: Per Diem, Shift: Day.

Job Summary

Blossom Care Center is seeking a reliable and skilled Maintenance Technician to support our facility team. This hands‑on role focuses on repairs, preventative maintenance, and assisting the Lead Building Engineer in keeping our long‑term care environment safe and comfortable.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands‑on repairs and preventive maintenance on key systems including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, PTAC units, fire alarms, nurse call lights, internet/network setups, phone systems, and emergency equipment such as generators; respond to on‑call emergencies as directed.
• Assist the Lead Building Engineer with work orders, prioritize tasks, and execute preventive schedules to reduce reactive repairs and improve operations.
• Log all completed maintenance, repairs, inspections, and service activities in TELS, capturing details from tagged assets, incident reports, and periodic tests/inspections.
• Conduct rounds and inspections to identify issues with cleanliness, orderliness, equipment function, or potential safety risks; report findings promptly and assist with immediate resolutions.
• Support compliance efforts by maintaining licenses, permits, life‑safety tests, and survey readiness; document activities in TELS for auditing.
• Assist with grounds maintenance, minor construction/renovations, and inventory monitoring for supplies and parts.
• Coordinate with vendors under Lead Building Engineer direction for specialized repairs, ensuring timely work and proper documentation in TELS.
• Participate in safety drills, in‑services, and departmental meetings; report incidents, accidents, or concerns immediately to the Lead Building Engineer or Administrator.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and supervisors; maintain a professional proactive attitude focused on resident comfort and facility appearance.
• Perform other maintenance‑related tasks as assigned, including supporting housekeeping/laundry with equipment‑related needs when directed.

Supervisory Responsibility

None – this is a hands‑on individual contributor role reporting directly to the Lead Building Engineer. No direct supervisory duties.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED (trade certification such as EPA refrigeration, HVAC, or basic electrical/plumbing is preferred).
• 2–4 years of hands‑on experience in building or facility maintenance, preferably in long‑term care, healthcare, or similar regulated settings.
• Familiarity with basic repairs on systems like HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire safety, and emergency equipment.
• Ability to read and follow technical manuals, blueprints, or schematics.

Required Skills

• Strong technical skills in troubleshooting and repairing building systems.
• Attention to detail and proactive approach to preventive maintenance.
• Ability to work independently or under direction in high‑pressure, regulated environments.
• Good communication and teamwork for interacting with residents, staff, and vendors.
• Physical capability for lifting, climbing, bending, and on‑call response.
• Self‑motivated with reliability, safety focus, and commitment to compliance.

Position Type and Expected Hours

Full‑time, generally Monday‑Friday with on‑call availability for emergencies. Weekend, holiday, or extended hours may be required for urgent repairs or system monitoring in this 24/7 healthcare facility.