Weekend Facilities Technician — Veterinary Hospital

Pieper Veterinary; Middletown (CT); On-site; USD 33,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive PTO & holidays

Mental Health Services

401(k) plan with employer match

Team events and social activities

Job summary

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a reliable, skilled Facilities Assistant to join our team. This full-time position focuses on keeping a safe, clean, and fully operational environment for staff, clients, and animal patients.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on problem-solving, thrives in a bustling veterinary hospital, and has weekend availability. You will perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general handyman tasks while coordinating repair schedules with

Qualifications

• Reliable, skilled and detail-oriented Facilities Assistant.
• Weekend availability is required; final shift schedules will be determined upon hire.
• Comfortable working around dogs, cats, and other pets, as well as medical equipment.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and stand or kneel for extended periods.
• Excellent communication skills to coordinate repair schedules with hospital management and medical staff.

Responsibilities

• Minor Electrical & Lighting: Replace lightbulbs, ballast fixtures, and troubleshoot minor electrical issues safely.
• Plumbing Maintenance: Repair leaky faucets, clear minor clogs, and maintain hospital sink and drainage systems.
• Carpentry & Patching: Perform basic carpentry repairs, patch drywall, and handle interior painting projects as needed.
• General Handyman Tasks: Hang signage, assemble furniture, repair doors/locks, and ensure all hardware functions smoothly.
• Hospital Safety: Maintain awareness of clinical surroundings to ensure repairs do not disrupt patient care or safety protocols.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical

Carpentry

Painting

Driver's License

Schedule Flexibility

Animal Handling

Physical Stamina

Communication

Job description

Pieper Memorial Veterinary Center in Middletown, CT is seeking a reliable, skilled Facilities Assistant to join our team. This full-time position focuses on keeping a safe, clean, and fully operational environment for staff, clients, and animal patients.

The ideal candidate enjoys hands-on problem-solving, thrives in a bustling veterinary hospital, and has weekend availability. You will perform electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general handyman tasks while coordinating repair schedules with