Maintenance Technician

Defiance Health Care Center; Defiance (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Disability Insurance

Vision Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Telemedicine: $0 co-pay

Unlimited Assistance services

Job summary

Defiance Health Care Center is seeking a Maintenance Assistant to support maintenance tasks across the facility. You will perform plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry repairs, respond to work orders, and help keep the building safe and well-maintained for residents and staff.

The role requires a high school diploma, basic trade knowledge, ability to lift up to 50 lbs, and reliability. Experience in facilities support is preferred, with local driving as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in building maintenance, facilities support, or related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor.
• Valid driver’s license preferred (depending on facility needs).

Responsibilities

• Assist with general maintenance duties including painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry repairs.
• Respond promptly to work orders and maintenance requests.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Help ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and building codes.
• Maintain clean and organized maintenance tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Assist with emergency repairs and after-hours on-call maintenance as needed.
• Support seasonal tasks such as snow removal, landscaping, and pest control.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Work ethic

Integrity

Competence

Reliability

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Basic knowledge of plumbing

Basic knowledge of electrical

Basic knowledge of HVAC

Job description

We are seeking individuals with genuine empathy and patience to help care for our residents’ needs. Applicants must have a caring approach and be willing to care for the needs of patients and the team. Pillars for successful employment are work ethic, integrity, and competence.
We are currently seeking a Maintenance Assistant.

Job Responsibilities and Duties:

• Assist with general maintenance duties including painting, plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry repairs.
• Respond promptly to work orders and maintenance requests.
• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Help ensure compliance with local, state, and federal safety and building codes.
• Maintain clean and organized maintenance tools, equipment, and work areas.
• Assist with emergency repairs and after-hours on-call maintenance as needed.
• Support seasonal tasks such as snow removal, landscaping, and pest control.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior experience in building maintenance, facilities support, or related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to use hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to lift, push, or pull up to 50 lbs and perform physical labor.
• Valid driver’s license preferred (depending on facility needs).

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Disability InsuranceVision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off

Additional Benefits:

• Telemedicine: $0 co-pay for telemedicine appointments, providing easy access to medical consultations from the comfort of your home.
• Unlimited Assistance: Receive unlimited support for legal, financial, childcare, elder care, and more—designed to support your personal and family well-being.
• Mayo Clinic Programs: Access exclusive programs from the Mayo Clinic, including resources for workouts, lifestyle, mental health, and diet to promote a balanced and healthy lifestyle.

These additional benefits are available to you without reducing your take-home pay!