Maintenance Technician

Location: Indianapolis, IN Status: Full-Time | On-Site Compensation: Competitive hourly pay + $3,000 Sign-On Bonus On-Call Requirement: Mandatory (one week per month) About Lutheran Child And Family Services (LCFS) Lutheran Child and Family Services of Indiana/Kentucky, Inc. (LCFS) is a nonprofit, 501(c)(3) social service organization founded in 1883. We provide residential and community-based services to children, families, and individuals across Indiana and Kentucky. Guided by our mission— Engaging and Empowering Families and Community with Love, Compassion, Faith, and Support —LCFS maintains safe, functional, and welcoming facilities that support healing, stability, and hope. Learn more at lutheranfamily.org . Position Overview The Maintenance Technician plays a critical role in maintaining safe, reliable, and well-functioning facilities for staff and residents. This role focuses on preventive maintenance, repair, safety checks, and emergency response , including mandatory on-call coverage. This position is ideal for someone who is hands-on, safety-focused, reliable, and comfortable working independently while supporting a mission-driven environment. What Success Looks Like In This Role Within your first 90 days, you will: Complete routine facility inspections and address issues proactively Follow and contribute to preventive maintenance schedules and documentation Respond to maintenance requests and emergencies safely and efficiently Maintain compliance with safety standards and organizational policies Support a clean, functional environment for residents and staff Core Responsibilities Preventive & Routine Maintenance Perform daily and routine inspections of campus facilities Assist with planning and documenting preventive maintenance schedules Identify, diagnose, and repair facility and equipment issues Repairs & Emergency Response Complete repairs and replacements related to facilities and equipment Assist with major repairs as needed Respond to on-call maintenance needs during nights, weekends, and holidays Safety & Facility Support Identify and address safety hazards promptly Follow safety procedures to protect residents, staff, and property Assist housekeeping as needed to maintain clean and safe environments Documentation & Team Support Maintain basic maintenance logs and documentation Support cross-training and shared knowledge of equipment and systems Complete additional duties as assigned Required Skills & Capabilities Ability to diagnose and complete general maintenance repairs independently Working knowledge of preventive maintenance practices Strong safety awareness and attention to detail Ability to respond calmly to urgent or emergency maintenance needs Reliability and willingness to participate in mandatory on-call rotation Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays Minimum Qualifications Age 21 or older Valid Driver’s License Minimum 2 years of demonstrated commercial maintenance experience Ability to meet physical demands of the role Preferred Qualifications High school diploma or GED Experience in residential, campus, or institutional maintenance settings Working With Us $3,000 sign-on bonus Health, dental, vision, and retirement benefits Professional development and leadership growth opportunities Mission-driven work that directly supports community safety and care A team environment that values professionalism and accountability Ready to Put Your Skills to Work? If you’re a reliable maintenance professional who takes pride in safety, problem-solving, and quality work, we encourage you to apply and join LCFS in supporting safe and stable environments. #J-18808-Ljbffr