Maintenance Technician - Hillsville

Acadia Healthcare • Galax, VA

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About The Position

Life Center of Galax is seeking a Maintenance Technician to perform routine and specific maintenance services, which may include grounds work. The role involves general facility and equipment maintenance and repair, including basic carpentry, plumbing, light electrical work, painting, and mechanical equipment repair. The general hourly pay range is $14–$17.87, with the hourly rate negotiable based on experience, education, and other factors. The position includes being on call one week per month and operating a zero-turn mower and weed eater.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Maintenance or facility operations experience is required.
• Basic carpentry, plumbing, and light electrical skills.
• Ability to safely operate hand and power tools.
• Availability to be on call one week per month.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of standard practices, procedures, and tools in general building and maintenance trades.

Responsibilities

• Perform general maintenance and repair of the facility and equipment, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical equipment repair or similar work.
• Serve as backup for the on-call person in emergencies and respond timely and appropriately.
• Handle equipment safely to prevent accidents and demonstrate knowledge of tools and their safe use.
• Operate hand and power tools safely and effectively.
• Follow preventive maintenance schedules and instructions, and complete requested reports.
• Inspect and maintain emergency power equipment; test and start the generator weekly and maintain equipment.
• Inspect and maintain the fire alarm system, including testing fire doors, audible and visible alarms, and smoke detectors, and record data on required forms.
• Check the condition and readiness of fire extinguishers monthly.
• Inspect and maintain the facility lighting system.
• Inspect and maintain plumbing systems; replace or repair faucets, toilets, urinals, traps, drains, basins, and bathtubs as needed.
• Repair or refinish furniture in rooms, offices, and the dining room as needed.
• Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
• Perform grounds work, including operating a zero-turn mower and weed eater.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rates
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• HSA and FSA
• Company-paid basic life and AD&D insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED