Maintenance Technician I — Flexible Schedule & Benefits

The Guidance Center; Southgate (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k)

Life Insurance

Paid time off

Flexible scheduling

Team-oriented environment

Job summary

The Guidance Center in Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Technician- Level I to join our facilities team. You will perform building rounds, minor repairs, custodial tasks, and assemble furniture for events, ensuring safety and operational uptime.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year in maintenance or custodial work, and a valid driver’s license. Regular shifts are Monday–Friday with occasional evenings or on-call, and we offer competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Must lift up to 50 pounds and work a 7.5-hour shift.
• Minimum 1 year of maintenance or custodial experience with minor repairs.
• Experience with plumbing, electrical, climate control and lighting is preferred.
• Valid driver's license with reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Perform building rounds to ensure systems function and address safety issues.
• Complete minor repairs for plumbing, electrical, furnishings, flooring and doors.
• Carry out custodial tasks to meet health and environmental standards.
• Assemble furniture and fixtures; assist with event setup and takedown.
• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC and building systems.
• Communicate with vendors/contractors and coordinate with the Superintendent of Buildings.
• Support programs, partners, tenants and staff as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Teamwork

Organization

Nonjudgmental approach

Cultural competency

Communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

HVAC maintenance

Electrical troubleshooting

Plumbing basics

Painting & floor care

Furniture assembly

Job description

The Guidance Center in Michigan is seeking a Maintenance Technician- Level I to join our facilities team. You will perform building rounds, minor repairs, custodial tasks, and assemble furniture for events, ensuring safety and operational uptime.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or GED, 1+ year in maintenance or custodial work, and a valid driver’s license. Regular shifts are Monday–Friday with occasional evenings or on-call, and we offer competitive salary and benefits.