Maintenance Tech

YOUTH VILLAGES, INC.•Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in a commercial establishment. Youth Villages operates residential programs in Tennessee and Georgia for youth ages 6 to 17 with complex behavioral and mental health challenges. Its campuses provide structured, trauma-informed treatment, education, life-skills development, clinical interventions, and recreation therapy at selected locations. The role involves maintaining buildings, grounds, equipment, machinery, electrical apparatus, and company vehicles; responding to maintenance requests; completing inspections and checklists; and supporting special events. The technician must maintain a safe and orderly environment, keep tools and supplies secured, and may be assigned rotating on-call duties at night and on weekends. Applicants must have a current, valid driver’s license and be willing to travel. CPI and CPR training are required.

Requirements

Mechanical aptitude and general skill knowledge in structural and mechanical maintenance (required).
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent written, verbal, and oral communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Basic computer knowledge.
Ability to maintain a flexible schedule.
Current, valid driver’s license and willingness to travel.
Completion of Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR trainings.
Ability to meet the listed physical demands, including lifting and moving objects weighing more than 100 pounds occasionally.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
Two years of relevant maintenance experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Inspect and test machinery and equipment.
Keep grounds in good condition and free of litter and foreign objects on a daily basis.
Immediately report building or equipment malfunctions and maintenance needs to a supervisor.
Serve on committees or Continuous Quality Improvement teams as requested.
Collect, prioritize, and complete maintenance tickets; provide copies as required to the Director of Support Services and notify the Maintenance Supervisor in advance of special maintenance needs.
Listen for unusual machine or equipment sounds and discuss operational variations with supervisors or other maintenance workers to diagnose problems or repairs.
Complete scheduled building checklists and forward them to designated staff.
Periodically inventory equipment, tools, supplies, and maintenance materials.
Dismantle defective machines and equipment and install new or repaired parts.
Clean and lubricate machinery parts, including shafts, bearings, and gears.
Install and repair electrical apparatus, including wiring and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
Repair and maintain the physical structure of the establishment to ensure safety and orderly conditions.
Fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.
Maintain a safe environment by ensuring equipment is operated safely and in an orderly manner.
Secure tools, equipment, and supplies in designated shop areas.
Maintain company vehicles in good mechanical and safe operating condition.
Assist with setting up and dismantling special-event equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, dental, prescription drug, and vision coverage.
401(k).
Two weeks of paid vacation for full-time employees; one week for part-time employees.
12 paid sick days per year.
11 paid holidays.
Paid parental leave.
Mileage and cell phone reimbursement when applicable.
Tuition reimbursement and licensure supervision.
Growth and development through continuous training.
Clinical and administrative advancement opportunities. Benefits are excluded for variable-status employees.