Maintenance Technician I — On-Call & Emergency-Ready

Reasors Food Stores; Portage (MI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Wellness reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-funded retirement plan

2 medical plan options: PPO and HDHP w

HSA contribution

Flexible work solutions

Up to four weeks PTO

Paid holidays

Paid preferred holiday

Job summary

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking a maintenance technician to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on campus facilities and equipment, under supervision.

The role supports the facility management team and responds to calls to keep buildings safe and functional. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–3 years in general maintenance; welding, plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and locksmith skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency is required.
• 1–3 years of general maintenance experience.
• Knowledge of welding, plumbing, carpentry, basic electricity and locksmith preferred.
• Proficiency in hydraulics, pump operation and air handling system maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs repairs and preventative maintenance under supervision.
• Responds to calls in a timely manner.
• Closes work orders.
• Carpentry repairs including painting, drywall work and hardware installation; under supervision.
• Maintains water treatment and storage under supervision.
• Performs general maintenance, custodial tasks, and trash removal.
• Participates in Emergency Response Team as needed.
• Maintains safety and quality standards across the building.
• Maintains property landscaping and room setup.
• Occasional overtime on weekends/evenings; on-call once a month.

Skills

Maintenance work

Troubleshooting

Equipment repair

Welding

Plumbing

Carpentry

Electrical knowledge

Locksmithing

Hydraulics

Pump operation

MS Office

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

Job description

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) is seeking a maintenance technician to perform repairs and preventative maintenance on campus facilities and equipment, under supervision.

The role supports the facility management team and responds to calls to keep buildings safe and functional. Candidates should have a high school diploma and 1–3 years in general maintenance; welding, plumbing, carpentry, electrical work, and locksmith skills are preferred.