Facilities Worker

Maintenance Worker

Meridell Achievement Center is a 134-bed, seclusion free, psychiatric residential treatment facility located northwest of Austin. Our 60-acre campus is complete with mature oaks, rolling hills, and plenty of walking paths and outdoor spaces. We have 7 unique living units separated by gender, age, and development needs with a swimming pool, gymnasium, sports court and playing fields. We provide 24-hour psychiatric care to girls and boys ages 5 to 17 years old with customized therapeutic approaches and intensive behavioral programs to teach young patients to moderate their behavior, manage emotions and improve social functioning.

Your Impact:
Our Maintenance Worker reports directly to the Director of Support Services. They will ensure the safe and efficient operation of facility buildings, equipment, and facility grounds through provision of skilled maintenance, repair, and construction duties. Comply with all Administrative, Clinical, and Human Resources policies and procedures and maintain a safe work environment. Utilizes carpentry, plumbing, and electrical skills to make repairs to the facility.

Assures necessary maintenance paperwork related to work orders, preventative maintenance items, and purchase orders are completed and returned promptly in accordance with facility expectations. Work on special projects and assignments. Able to work independently with minimum supervision. Proficient in the use of hand tools, power tools, and shop equipment. Possess knowledge of building & facility maintenance safety codes and regulations.

Benefits for our Maintenance Worker include:
Challenging and rewarding work environment Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program Tuition savings to continue your nursing education with Chamberlain University Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries! Pet Insurance

About Universal Health Services One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

Qualifications

Education:

High School Diploma or Equivalent.

Experience:

A minimum of 1-3 years related maintenance experience. Knowledge and

Skills:

Good verbal and written communication skills. Maintain confidentiality of patient and employee information. Demonstrate effective organization. Effective interpersonal skills and competent clinical skills. Collaborative, positive attitude and strong work ethic. EEO Statement All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.