Maintenance Technician

The-Oaks-Rehabilitation-and-Healthcare-1; Meridian (MS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Competitive Salary

Paid Time Off

Job summary

The Oaks Rehabilitation and Healthcare in Meridian, MS, is seeking a Maintenance Technician to keep our facility safe, comfortable, and well-maintained. This full-time, onsite role runs Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, supporting residents and staff in daily operations.

You will coordinate with nursing and other departments, perform routine repairs, oversee preventative maintenance, maintain grounds, and assist with safety inspections and drills, while identifying practical

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2+ years in building trades/maintenance preferred.
• Working knowledge of tools and maintenance-related software.
• Preferred experience: HVAC, electrical, and plumbing.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate maintenance needs with nursing and other departments.
• Complete routine repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Support refurbishing projects.
• Maintain grounds and common areas.
• Monitor and service building systems and equipment.
• Assist with safety inspections, tests, and drills; suggest process improvements.

Skills

Maintenance experience

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Tools handling

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Maintenance software

Job description

Our Organization

We are a leading provider of senior healthcare services, specializing in post-acute care. We offer services ranging from comprehensive short-term rehabilitation and transitional care to Alzheimer's and dementia care.

Role Responsibilities

The Maintenance Technician helps keep our Meridian facility safe, comfortable, and in good working order so residents and staff can focus on care. This full-time, onsite role is scheduled Monday through Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm.

Key responsibilities include coordinating maintenance needs with nursing and other departments; completing routine repairs and preventative maintenance; supporting refurbishing projects; maintaining grounds and common areas; monitoring and servicing building systems and equipment; and assisting with safety inspections, tests, and drills while suggesting practical process improvements.

Required qualifications/skills:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2+ years in building trades/maintenance preferred
• Working knowledge of tools and maintenance-related software
• Preferred experience: HVAC, electrical, and plumbing
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

If you take pride in reliable, resident-focused work, we encourage you to apply.

A Typical Shift

You’ll start by reviewing work requests and prioritizing tasks that affect resident comfort and safety. Throughout the day, you move between resident areas, mechanical spaces, and outdoor grounds, documenting completed work and communicating updates with the team. You’ll balance scheduled upkeep with urgent calls, keep an organized inventory of tools and supplies, and close out the day by confirming follow-ups and preparing for the next morning’s needs.

Benefits Package

We offer a benefits package designed to support your health, financial goals, and time away from work, including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; a 401(k); Life Insurance; Competitive Salary; and Paid Time Off.