Facilities Maintenance Technician II

Maintenance Technician II, Facilities Department

Skyland Trail, a nonprofit mental health residential treatment program for adults and adolescents in Atlanta, is seeking a Maintenance Technician

Use your maintenance and facilities skills to make a difference and be a part of a caring community

Skyland Trail, a nonprofit mental health residential treatment program for adults and adolescents in Atlanta, is seeking a Maintenance Tech, Level II. This is an ideal position for a mid-level professional with specialized expertise in facilities maintenance who enjoys applying their skills in a team-based, mission-focused environment

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

The Maintenance Technician II is part of the facilities department and reports to the Maintenance Manager. The goal of the maintenance team is to ensure safe and welcoming campuses for Skyland Trail staff, clients, and visitors. The Maintenance Tech II assists with the maintenance of buildings, grounds, building-related systems, and environmental services by applying hands-on skills and expertise or by collaborating with specialized contractors.

Examples of work orders completed by the maintenance technician include preventive maintenance schedules, routine plumbing, minor equipment malfunctions, room temperature adjustments, minor structural repairs like patching holes, changing filters and light bulbs, receptacle and circuit breaker repairs, and replacing ceiling tiles. The Maintenance Tech is part of a pool of facilities employees who respond to urgent maintenance concerns outside of business hours and will be on call every other week in the evenings for any emergency requests.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• At least two years in a facilities maintenance role
• Ability to pass a criminal background check
• Possess a valid drivers license and clean driving record
• Transportation: Dependable transportation for traveling between campuses. Maintain personal automobile insurance with limits of liability of $100,000/$300,000
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift 50+ pounds; ability to bend, stoop and twist; ability to crawl into small spaces; must be able to climb ladders, access roof hatches and work at heights of 10 feet and above: manual dexterity, visual acuity and effective hand-to-eye coordination are required

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Knowledge of mechanical fundamentals, including electrical wiring, electronic components, basic plumbing, HVAC principles, and general building maintenance techniques
• Evidence of mechanical aptitude and working knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent organization and time management skills

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

Skyland Trail provides mental health residential and day treatment programs for teens and adults struggling with mental illnesses like depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, and schizophrenia. Though struggling with their mental illness, Skyland Trail patients have entered treatment voluntarily, and clients and their families are engaged in their treatment program. Skyland Trail campuses include gardens, private patient rooms, and common rooms that provide a therapeutic, healing environment for our clients and families. A key philosophy at Skyland Trail is that we expect our clients to get better.

WORKPLACE CULTURE

Skyland Trail is a nonprofit mission-focused organization with five campuses in Atlanta and about 180 employees. Each and every employee plays an important role in our clients healing and recovery.

Skyland Trail respects and values individuals and their diverse histories, abilities, identities, and perspectives. We work to ensure all aspects of our organization reflect our commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cultural equity.

SALARY & BENEFITS

Competitive salary commensurate with e