Facilities Maintenance Technician

• Location 2345 Lee Road,Cleveland Heights, OH, 44118,United States
• Employee Type Non-Exempt FT

Heights Libraries is looking for a hands‑on, reliable Facilities Maintenance Technician to help keep our library buildings and grounds safe, clean, and running smoothly. You'll handle day‑to‑day repairs, preventative maintenance, and general upkeep across our locations — with the chance to build specialized skills in building systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and building automation) over time.

This is a great fit for someone with solid general maintenance or trades experience who wants steady, full‑time hourly work with room to grow into more specialized facilities systems work — and potentially toward a future Facilities Manager role.

• Perform routine building maintenance and repairs: general carpentry, painting, furniture assembly/repair, and basic plumbing and electrical fixes.
• Conduct routine inspections of facilities and grounds to catch maintenance needs and safety concerns early.
• Complete preventative maintenance tasks on a set schedule for building equipment and systems.
• Provide custodial support as needed to keep library spaces clean and welcoming.
• Handle grounds maintenance: landscaping, snow removal, ice control, and seasonal upkeep.
• Track and log completed work orders, inspections, and maintenance activity.
• Help maintain stock of maintenance supplies and equipment.
• Travel between library locations as needed to complete work.
• Pitch in on emergency response for facility issues, weather events, or safety concerns.

• Monitor and troubleshoot building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, security, and building automation software).
• Assist with facility improvement and renovation projects, including vendor and contractor coordination.
• Support low-pressure boiler system operation and maintenance.
• Help prepare purchase orders and basic vendor/purchasing documentation.
• Coordinate with outside contractors and service providers for repairs and specialized work.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 1 year of experience in general maintenance, custodial work, construction, or a related hands‑on field.
• Comfortable using hand tools, power tools, and basic maintenance/groundskeeping equipment.
• Able to lift/push/pull up to 50 lbs., work on ladders above 20 ft., and work in varying weather conditions.
• Valid Ohio driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Reliable, self‑directed, and comfortable prioritizing your own workload day to day.

• Trade certification or coursework in a building trade (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, etc.).
• Experience with building automation systems or commercial/public facility operations.
• Experience with low-pressure boiler systems.
• Experience in a library, school, government, or nonprofit facility.

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors across all Heights Libraries locations.
• Flexible schedule, including occasional evenings, weekends, and emergency response.
• Frequent standing, walking, climbing, reaching, bending, kneeling, and lifting.

Hourly Pay Range: $20.90 – $26.15 per hour

Starting pay is based on qualifications, experience, and certifications.

• Enrollment in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Paid parental leave.
• Employee Assistance Program and wellness resources.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative community initiatives and organizational growth.

This role is a real pathway toward a future Facilities Manager…