Vehicle and Farm Equipment Maintenance Worker

Vehicle and Farm Equipment Maintenance Worker

Join a group of passionate advocates on our mission to improve the lives of at‑risk youth! Rite of Passage Team is hiring for a Vehicle and Farm Equipment Maintenance Worker at Childhelp, Alice

C. Tyler Village in Lignum, Virginia.

Childhelp is a psychiatric residential treatment facility that specializes in the treatment of children aged 5-14 with mild to severe trauma or neglect, psychiatric disorders, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Our unique location on a 270-acre farm provides a nurturing treatment setting with a variety of therapy resources. We bring the light of love and healing into the lives of countless abused and neglected children, and those suffering from psychiatric and behavioral disorders.

We take a holistic approach to serving our children along with meeting their physical, emotional and educational needs. Becoming a member of our Childhelp team is more than a job, it’s an opportunity to create a meaningful career with a mission driven organization.

Pay
: $25/ Hour

Perks & Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days, and 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment, Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues and more! ROP-benefits-and-perks-2

What you will do: The primary focus of this role is to maintain the campus fleet and farm equipment and other maintenance activities, ensuring the grounds and facilities remain clean, attractive, and well maintained. The Vehicle and Farm Equipment Maintenance Worker is responsible for the operational readiness, safety, and reliability of a diverse fleet including automobiles, trucks, farm machinery, and small engine equipment.

This role combines high-level mechanical repair with active farm operations, requiring someone what can transition from the shop to the field to operate and maintain equipment year-round. Some basic building maintenance is included in daily responisibilities. The ideal candidate will perform work orders consistent with the individual’s ability. Examples of work orders: general building maintenance, minor electrical repairs, minor plumbing repairs, unplugging drains, maintaining smoke detectors and emergency lights, grounds maintenance/irrigation if needed, new construction, etc.

To be considered you should: Be at least 19 years of age ~ High School Diploma preferred ~ Be able to pass a criminal background check, drug screen, physical, and TB test.
Drivers License in good standing is required

Schedule: Schedule will be Monday-Friday. Paid On call hours required for night and weekend rotation.

After 40 years of improving the lives of youth, we are looking for passionate advocates to continue the legacy of helping young people become successful adults. As a Vehicle and Farm Equipment Maintenance Worker, you will have the unique opportunity to create a positive, safe and supportive environment for the youth we serve while building a career rich in growth opportunities and self-fulfillment.

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Lignum, VA 22726, USA

• Posted :
  August 31, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site
• Rate : $25 USD per hour

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High School or better.

Diagnosis and repair of automobiles or farm equipment

Drivers License

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