Maintenance Tech

Youth Villages•Memphis, TN

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician installs, maintains, and repairs machinery, equipment, physical structures, and pipe and electrical systems in a commercial establishment. The position supports Youth Villages’ residential programs, which provide safe, nurturing environments for youth with complex behavioral and mental health challenges. The role includes inspecting and repairing equipment and structures, maintaining grounds and vehicles, responding to maintenance needs, completing scheduled checks and inventories, and helping set up or dismantle special event equipment. The technician is expected to maintain a safe, orderly work environment and may be assigned occasional on-call duties on a rotating schedule, including nights and weekends. Travel is required, and the employee must complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR trainings.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Mechanical aptitude and general skill knowledge in structural and mechanical maintenance required.
Two years of relevant maintenance experience preferred.
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.
Willingness to travel.
Must complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) and CPR trainings.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including regularly standing, handling tools or objects, reaching, and stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling; frequently walking, climbing or balancing, and talking or hearing; and occasionally sitting and tasting or smelling.
Ability to regularly lift or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift or move more than 100 pounds.
Specific vision abilities include close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Two years of relevant maintenance experience.

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 when 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 shafts, bearings, gears, and other machinery parts.
Install and repair electrical apparatus, including wiring and electronic components of machinery and equipment.
Repair and maintain the facility’s physical structure to ensure safety and an orderly condition.
Fabricate and repair counters, benches, partitions, and other wooden structures.
Maintain a safe environment by ensuring equipment is operated safely and orderly.
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.