Maintenance Technician

Community Eldercare Services, LLC; Mississippi; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Courtyards in Mississippi is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to keep our facility safe, functional, and welcoming for residents, staff, and visitors. You will handle routine maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems while supporting daily operations.

If you enjoy hands-on work, problem solving, and collaborating with a team, this role offers opportunities to ensure safety, perform inspections, and assist with room turnovers for new admissions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years of maintenance experience in healthcare or long-term care preferred.
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance practices.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and building systems.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance to reduce downtime.
• Respond to maintenance requests and work orders promptly.
• Maintain facility grounds and assist with room turnovers for admissions.
• Inspect and test fire alarms and life-safety equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and keep logs up to date.

Skills

Maintenance experience

Electrical basics

Plumbing basics

Hand tools

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

Keep Our Facility Safe. Keep Things Running. Make a Difference Every Day.

We’re looking for a dependable, hands‑on Maintenance Technician who takes pride in keeping a facility safe, functional, and welcoming. In this role, you’ll be an important part of the team responsible for maintaining our building, equipment, and grounds, helping create a safe and comfortable environment for our residents, staff, and visitors.

If you’re a problem-solver who enjoys variety, working with your hands, and knowing that your work makes a difference, we’d love to meet you!

As a Maintenance Technician, you’ll help keep daily operations running smoothly by:

• Performing routine maintenance and repairs involving HVAC, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, and building systems
• Completing scheduled preventative maintenance to help prevent costly repairs and downtime
• Responding promptly to maintenance requests and work orders
• Maintaining facility grounds, including minor landscaping, snow removal, and exterior upkeep as needed
• Assisting with inspections and testing of fire alarms, emergency lighting, and life safety equipment
• Performing minor carpentry, painting, drywall repairs, and general building maintenance
• Helping with room turnovers and preparing rooms for new admissions
• Identifying and reporting safety hazards, structural concerns, or equipment issues
• Supporting emergency preparedness and responding to facility emergencies when needed
• Maintaining tools and equipment in good working condition
• Completing accurate work order documentation and preventative maintenance logs
• Following OSHA, life safety, infection control, PPE, and other established safety requirements
• Working collaboratively with staff across the facility to support a safe and well-maintained environment

WHY THIS ROLE MATTERS

Great maintenance work is about more than fixing a leaky faucet or replacing a light. It’s about creating a safe, comfortable environment where residents can live, staff can work, and families can feel confident. Every repair, inspection, work order, and preventative maintenance task contributes to the quality of care and experience we provide.

READY TO PUT YOUR SKILLS TO WORK?

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 1-3 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a healthcare or long-term care environment
• Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and general maintenance practices
• Ability to safely and effectively use hand and power tools
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Our mission is to reconnect people to life through individuals serving individuals. We are dedicated to providing compassionate and personalized care for those we serve. Our team is committed to ensure the well-being and comfort of every resident. We believe in creating a welcoming, supportive environment that feels like home.

At Courtyards, our core values are:

• COMPASSION
• HONESTY
• ACCOUNTABILITY
• RELATIONSHIPS
• TRUSTWORTHINESS

At Courtyards, we make meaningful connections with residents, families, the communities we serve, and fellow team members every day. If you are a highly skilled, caring, compassionate Maintenance Technician seeking employment with unparalleled benefits and growth opportunities, look no further! Begin your career at Courtyards where meaningful connections and opportunities await you. We hope you make the decision to join us!

Courtyards originated from a profound belief that caring for others during their most vulnerable years is what we as individuals are called to do. Psalms 71:9 tells us, “Do not cast me away when I am old; do not forsake me when my strength is gone. The Courtyards began through a strategic vision centered around connecting people to life. Our approach aims to maximize the quality of life and well-being of our residents while fulfilling their individual needs and promoting purposeful living. At Courtyards, our team has the opportunity every day to connect with someone and to reconnect them to their previous life and their passions.

Courtyards is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, sex, age, handicap, disability, political affiliation, marital and veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected by federal or state law.