Facilities Technician

About the role

Ridge Maine is seeking a dependable Facilities Technician to help keep our campus buildings, roads, and grounds safe, functional, and well maintained. The position is primarily based at the Lakehouse Campus, with occasional support at the Farmhouse Campus.

You’ll handle routine repairs and seasonal maintenance, care for facilities equipment and vehicles, and assist with larger repair and renovation projects. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience across several building trades, works well independently and with a team, and is comfortable operating property-maintenance equipment.

What you’ll do

• Maintain and repair campus buildings, roads, grounds, and residences.

• Complete routine repairs such as painting, drywall repair, light bulb and sensor battery replacement, and furniture assembly.

• Prepare buildings and grounds for changing seasons, including plowing and shoveling snow.

• Maintain and service facilities equipment and vehicles; track equipment, materials, and supply inventory.

• Operate equipment such as tractors, mowers, plow trucks, ATVs, chainsaws, and wood splitters.

• Assist with farm and grounds work, including fencing repairs.

• Support the Facilities Manager with major repairs, renovations, and campus improvements.

• When appropriate, help adolescents take part in repair and restorative activities.

• Follow facility safety and compliance procedures and complete other related duties as assigned.

What we’re looking for

• High school diploma or GED.

• At least 3 years of facilities or maintenance experience.

• Journey-level experience in several building trades, such as carpentry, plumbing, or electrical work.

• Strong communication, organization, and time-management skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritize tasks, and adapt to changing needs.

• A professional, dependable, and safety-conscious approach.

• Experience working with youth and project management experience are preferred.

Physical and other requirements

• Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds and work on uneven or steep terrain.

• Able to paint, use ladders, and safely operate common tools and property-maintenance equipment.

• Able to work in noisy environments and follow established safety procedures.

• Must pass required background checks, including fingerprinting, and a pre-employment physical examination.