Position Summary

Perform work involving the skills of two or more maintenance or craft occupations to keep machines, mechanical equipment, and facility structures in good repair. Duties may include pipe fitting, boiler making, insulating, welding, machining, carpentry, repairing electrical or mechanical equipment, installing and aligning new equipment, and repairing buildings, floors, or stairs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assist with all maintenance activities, prioritizing employee safety at all times

Support and oversee maintenance staff as needed

Inspect, operate, and test machinery or equipment to diagnose malfunctions

Measure and report the effectiveness of maintenance activities and employee performance

Partner with management to address attendance, performance, and disciplinary matters

Assist in implementing new methods, processes, and operational improvements

Continuously identify opportunities to improve processes and productivity

Ensure facility equipment is properly maintained and operational

Communicate and collaborate with other maintenance team members

Train, guide, and evaluate new maintenance employees

Dismantle machines or equipment to access and remove defective parts using appropriate tools

Perform routine and preventive maintenance (e.g., inspecting motors, belts, fluid levels, filters)

Diagnose mechanical issues using blueprints, repair manuals, and parts catalogs

Repair, replace, or maintain industrial production and processing machinery

Disassemble and reassemble machinery to complete repairs

Test equipment operation using tools such as voltmeters and diagnostic devices

Repair machines, equipment, or structures using hand tools and precision instruments

Maintain or repair specialized equipment in offices, cafeterias, or factory settings

Assemble, install, or repair wiring, plumbing, pipe systems, machinery, and equipment

Clean, lubricate, and adjust machinery components as needed

Record maintenance activities, including type and cost of repairs

Perform routine maintenance and structural reinforcement to ensure optimal efficiency

Required Skills and Qualifications

Proven experience as an assistant director or in a similar maintenance leadership role

Basic knowledge of HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems

Experience using hand and power tools

Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and drawings

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Physical stamina and manual dexterity

Ability to be covered under company insurance

Valid driver’s license

High school diploma or equivalent

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

Previous related work experience or technical knowledge preferred, but not required

Working Conditions

Work may be performed indoors or outdoors based on maintenance needs

Exposure to variable temperatures depending on season and job location

Tasks may involve moderate to heavy physical labor

Regular walking, standing, climbing, sitting, lifting, and bending required

Physical Requirements

Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull 25–80 pounds as required

Ability to respond quickly to sounds and visual cues

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain and work in confined spaces

Ability to recognize and respond to potentially hazardous situations

Ability to safely climb ladders while carrying up to 40 pounds and working at heights above 42 inches

Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, and/or crawl for 8–12 hours per day

Ability to work in extreme weather conditions

Ability to properly wear personal protective equipment for most of the workday