Maintenance Technician - Full Time

Saintmaryshome; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Home is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform general maintenance, repairs, and preventive tasks to keep our buildings, grounds, and parking areas safe and functional.

You will handle routine work orders, respond to maintenance requests, and support special projects to improve facility operations and appearance. The role requires at least 5 years in facility maintenance, ability to operate hand tools, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; trade school or college preferred.
• Ability to operate hand tools, handheld electronic tools, and other maintenance equipment.
• Must read, write and follow detailed technical instructions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance of buildings, grounds, and parking areas per PMS schedule.
• Assist with special/capital improvement projects to improve facility operations and appearance.
• Ensure fire and safety compliance and inspections.
• Report defective equipment and seek solutions or suppliers; ensure tools/equipment are in good condition.
• Coordinate with Facility Manager on use of contract resources for complex tasks.
• Support department events (tents, tables, chairs, decorations).
• On-call after-hours rotation for emergencies; review with Facility Maintenance Manager.
• Maintain outdoor pool and playground equipment seasonally; routine vehicle and mail/parts runs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Hand tools operation

Read/write technical instructions

Physical ability to lift 35 lb

Facility maintenance experience

Driver's license

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Trade school or college preferred

Job description

Description

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing general maintenance, repairs, and preventive maintenance to ensure the safety, appearance, and functionality of St. Mary's Home's buildings, grounds, and parking areas. This role independently identifies routine and scheduled maintenance needs, completes assigned work orders, and responds to maintenance requests in a timely manner.

The Maintenance Technician also assists with special and capital improvement projects that enhance the facility's operations, appearance, and structural integrity.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The Maintenance Technician will perform tasks necessary for the overall operation of the building, maintenance equipment and grounds.
• Will work on tasks reflected on the Home’s preventative maintenance schedule (PMS).
• Responsible for fire & safety compliance and inspections
• Reports any defective equipment or tools to the Facility manager and fixes the item or recommends a source or supplier if replacement is necessary, insuring that the tools and other equipment used by the Maintenance Department are free of defects, clean and in working order.
• Incumbent is authorized to use contract resources for more complicated maintenance and/or repair projects, subject to prior approval by the Facility Manager.
• Provides a variety of support to The Homes departments regarding special functions that require setting up and taking down small tents, indoor and outdoor tables, chairs, holiday decorations, etc.
• Incumbent will be on a rotation schedule for on‑call after‑hours emergency situations requiring immediate attention. These events are always reviewed with the Facility Maintenance Manager.
• Will conduct maintenance of outdoor pool and specialized outdoor playground equipment (in season), routine maintenance of company vehicles, and mail runs and part runs for the Home.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

CONDUCT & VALUES

• Demonstrate kindness, patience, and compassion in all interactions.
• Collaborate effectively with all team members and leaders.
• Approach challenges with creativity, professionalism, and a positive, solution‑oriented mindset.
• Model St. Mary’s values of kindness, fun, compassion, collaboration, engagement, and person‑centered care in all aspects of work.
• Consistently uphold the standards of the organization by following all policies and procedures.
• Work in a prompt and efficient manner.
• Attend all mandatory training sessions and complete mandatory training prior to the deadline.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required; some trade school or college preferred
• Skills: Ability to operate and instruct others on the operation of hand tools, hand‑held electronic tools, and other equipment used to maintain the grounds and building. Must demonstrate the ability to read, write and follow detailed and technical instructions, manuals, etc.
• Must be able to lift at least 35 pounds without assistance, and must be able to sit, stand and walk for a substantial part of each working shift.
• Training and Experience: At least (5) years in a Facility Maintenance Setting. Knowledge of local vendors and contractors and reasonable cost structures based on the project scope.
• Must produce an acceptable driving record and maintain a current driver’s license and clear DMV record.