About the Role
Lutheran is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to help maintain safe, comfortable, and well-functioning facilities for residents, employees, and visitors. This position is ideal for a skilled maintenance professional who enjoys troubleshooting complex problems, working across multiple building systems, and helping other team members develop their technical abilities. You’ll perform a broad range of preventive maintenance, repairs, projects, and emergency work while supporting Lutheran’s mission and commitment to service excellence.
Responsibilities
- Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, electrical, mechanical, and plumbing systems.
- Diagnose and repair problems involving building systems, equipment, furniture, fixtures, and healthcare equipment.
- Install locks, rebuild lock cylinders, and repair or replace building furnishings and existing equipment.
- Use the Siemens Building Control System to monitor equipment, review alarms, navigate system screens, maintain comfortable building conditions, and troubleshoot system issues.
- Use basic shop mathematics and algebraic formulas related to electrical, plumbing, and mechanical work.
- Respond to emergency maintenance needs and support projects throughout Lutheran facilities.
- Prepare complete, accurate, and timely maintenance documentation.
- Maintain accurate Worx Hub records for work hours, departmental charges, assets, equipment, parts, costs, and purchase orders.
- Assist with training and skill development for Maintenance Mechanic I employees.
- Perform work below the position’s normal skill level when needed to support department operations.
- Occasionally perform groundskeeping duties, including snow removal, mowing, and planting.
- Participate in Lutheran’s Quality Assurance Performance Improvement efforts and contribute to improved resident outcomes.
- Follow required safety procedures, attend required in-service training, and perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent and at least three years of relevant maintenance experience.
- Advanced knowledge of at least one maintenance trade, with demonstrated electrical and mechanical skills.
- Experience in at least two of the following areas—plumbing, HVAC, and life safety—or demonstrated skill in a certified trade.
- Working knowledge of building systems, maintenance tools, safety procedures, troubleshooting, and electronic recordkeeping.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and help develop less-experienced employees.
- Must be able to push, pull, and lift approximately 50 pounds during typical work activities and up to 100 pounds when required.
- Must be able to safely use hand and power tools, bench tools, testing equipment, ladders, vehicles, groundskeeping equipment, and required personal protective equipment.
- Must be able to travel throughout the campus and drive Lutheran vehicles when needed.
- Flexible scheduling and occasional overtime may be required for snow removal, projects, emergency response, or other operational needs.
Skills
- Troubleshooting complex problems
- Working across multiple building systems
- Preventive maintenance
- Repairs
- Project management
- Emergency repairs
- Siemens Building Control System
- Basic shop mathematics
- Algebraic formulas
- Maintenance documentation
- Worx Hub records
- Training and skill development
- Groundskeeping
- Quality Assurance Performance Improvement
- Safety procedures
- Electrical skills
- Mechanical skills
- Plumbing
- HVAC
- Life safety
- Building systems
- Maintenance tools
- Troubleshooting
- Electronic recordkeeping
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently
- Hand and power tools
- Bench tools
- Testing equipment
- Ladders
- Vehicles
- Groundskeeping equipment
- Personal protective equipment
Location
- Jamestown, NY
Work Type
- Full-Time
- Non-Exempt
Experience Level
- At least three years of relevant maintenance experience
- Advanced knowledge in at least one trade area
- Experience in at least two of the following areas—plumbing, HVAC, and life safety—or demonstrated skill in a certified trade
Education Level
- High school diploma or equivalent
Salary/Compensations
- $20.00 - $28.52/hour
Benefits
- Health coverage options
- Generous paid time off program
About the Company
- Join a mission-driven organization dedicated to strengthening the lives of residents and the community.
- Lutheran is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to help maintain safe, comfortable, and well-functioning facilities for our residents, employees, and visitors.
- Lutheran Social Services is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Equal Opportunity
- We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
