Maintenance Technician - I

Job Description

Job Description

Maintenance Technician I
Sisters of Mercy of the Americas –Fremont, OH
Full-Time | $21.25 – $29.00/hour | On-Call Required

Build More Than Buildings. Help Sustain a Mission.

At the Sisters of Mercy of the Americas, your work does more than maintain facilities—it supports a community rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Inspired by a deep commitment to care for those who are poor, sick, and uneducated, our mission calls us to respond with vision and mercy in everything we do.

As a Maintenance Technician I, you will play a vital role in preserving safe, welcoming environments where this mission comes to life every day.

The Sisters of Mercy are seeking a dependable and motivated Maintenance Technician I to support the upkeep, safety, and appearance of our facility and grounds. This role is responsible for general building maintenance, light repairs, preventative maintenance tasks, and groundskeeping duties including landscaping and snow removal.

The ideal candidate will have prior landscape maintenance experience, basic maintenance knowledge, and the ability to safely operate landscaping and maintenance equipment.

Inspired by the mission of the Sisters of Mercy, we strive to create a safe, respectful, and compassionate environment for sisters, staff, and visitors alike.

• Perform preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and other building systems

• Complete general building repairs and routine maintenance tasks

• Perform light plumbing, electrical, and carpentry work

• Paint and complete touch-up work as needed

• Assist with furniture moving, deliveries, trash removal, and event setups/breakdowns

• Participate in departmental meetings and training sessions

• Participate in an on-call rotation schedule

• Maintain exterior grounds including landscaping, mowing, and snow removal

• Keep outdoor areas clean, safe, and well maintained

• Safely operate landscaping and maintenance equipment including mowers, trimmers, chainsaws, plows, and hand tools

• Follow all workplace safety procedures and OSHA-related standards

• Properly use PPE and maintain safe equipment operation

• Report hazardous conditions or unsafe equipment promptly

• Maintain clean and organized work areas at all times

• High school diploma or GED

• Minimum of 2 years of prior landscape maintenance experience

• Basic knowledge of maintenance and groundskeeping tasks

• Experience operating landscaping and maintenance equipment safely

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends, holidays, and rotating on-call coverage

• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions

• Experience safely using gas-powered and electric tools such as chainsaws, trimmers, brush cutters, and related equipment

• Knowledge of workplace safety practices and PPE standards

• Experience working in healthcare, nonprofit, or religious organizations

• Familiarity with the mission and values of the Sisters of Mercy

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

• 403(b) retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunity to work for a mission-driven organization

At the Sisters of Mercy, our mission is rooted in compassion, service, and respect for others. Employees are part of a supportive environment focused on meaningful work and community impact.

Apply today to join a team dedicated to maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for all.