Maintenance Tech II

Heartspring Inc•Wichita, KS

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician II ensures the safety, functionality, and reliability of machinery and vehicles while helping maintain a safe and efficient operational environment for clients with developmental, behavioral, and other disabilities. The role supports a therapeutic campus through grounds and facility maintenance, technical repairs, environmental adaptations, and resource management. The technician maintains campus landscapes and facilities, performs preventative maintenance and repairs, identifies hazards, and complies with safety requirements. They collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor, therapists, educators, staff, clients, and vendors; independently and collaboratively complete projects; and build, maintain, and repair devices and adaptive equipment that support client services and therapeutic needs. The role also requires professional conduct, adherence to company policies, confidentiality, escalation of concerns through the chain of command, and performance of other duties as assigned. Work takes place indoors and outdoors, including in confined spaces, at heights, and in varying temperatures. The position involves frequent handling of tools and equipment, consistent use of required PPE and safety protocols, and potential exposure to physical interactions from clients, infectious diseases, parasites, bodily fluids, and blood-borne pathogens in a school and residential care setting.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid Kansas driver’s license and a good driving record.
Must be at least 18 years old due to potential hazards of the position.
Experience in construction and building trades using hand tools, electric or motorized hand tools, and light equipment.
Knowledge of grounds maintenance, including horticultural practices, landscape design, and environmental management.
Technical skills in operating grounds and maintenance equipment and performing structural and electrical repairs.
Effective listening skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time-management and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced environment.
Verbal and written communication skills for interacting with clients, staff, and vendors.
Commitment to safety, dependability, and a customer-centric approach.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite, and digital tools or platforms.
For Maintenance Technician II, the stated tiered requirements include Maintenance Technician I requirements plus five or more years of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field (preferred), and basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, carpentry, and other mechanical systems in a healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

Five or more years of experience in grounds maintenance or a related field.
Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical systems, HVAC, carpentry, and other mechanical systems in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Maintain campus landscapes and grounds to support a safe, accessible, therapeutic, and aesthetically pleasing environment.
Collaborate with the Maintenance Supervisor to address site-specific challenges and maintain a functional, safe, and accessible campus.
Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on interior and exterior facilities, including windows, doors, ceilings, flooring, and roofing.
Inspect facilities and grounds, identify potential hazards, and address them in compliance with safety regulations.
Complete technical and maintenance projects independently and as part of a team.
Work with therapists and educators to modify and adapt physical spaces to meet clients’ needs and support therapeutic activities.
Communicate with staff and clients about maintenance activities and their impact on the campus environment.
Build, maintain, and repair devices and adaptive equipment to support client services and therapeutic needs.
Manage resources efficiently and promote sustainable practices consistent with environmental stewardship and client care.
Respond to unexpected situations requiring immediate attention.
Follow the code of conduct and company policies, review published communications, escalate concerns through the chain of command, maintain confidentiality, and perform other duties as assigned.