Maintenance Technician

Job Description

Job Title: Maintenance Technician                                               

Department: Maintenance & Grounds   

Reports To: Manager of Maintenance & Grounds

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly Position

Landing Page: https://cooksonhills.org/maintenancetech/. 

Your Calling as a Maintenance Technician

When a Christian individual chooses to become a Maintenance Technician at Cookson Hills, they join a mission-driven team devoted to transforming lives. As a Maintenance Technician, you have the opportunity to serve by helping to steward and maintain our buildings, grounds, and assets that God has blessed Cookson Hills with.

This is more than a job- it’s a full-time calling. The ideal individual feels led by God to serve by helping to make sure all of the maintenance needs of Cookson’s campus are being met in a timely, appropriate & safe manner.

You’ll work hand-in-hand with other individuals in a deeply collaborative, Christ-centered environment designed to ensure a safe and welcoming home, school, and therapeutic environment for children to heal and grow.

A Flourishing Place to Work 

We are committed to providing a thriving work/life culture for our staff. Since 2019, Cookson Hills has been recognized by the Best Christian Workplaces for our commitment to a healthy, Christ-honoring organizational culture.

• Your children can attend our private, ACSI- accredited Christian school.


• Lunch provided - helping reduce your family’s grocery expenses.


• Comprehensive benefits - including health insurance and a retirement plan.


• Time-off and support programs - Paid time off, sick leave, sabbatical opportunities, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling, and ongoing trauma-informed training. 


• A thriving, supportive community - Join a team culture where your entire family is welcomed and becomes an active part of the ministry.

What You’ll Do

As a Maintenance Technician, you will carry out assigned repair/maintenance or preventive tasks throughout the campus.

Responsibilities include:

• Team collaboration


• Assigned work ticket completion


• Plumbing repairs


• Electrical repairs


• New construction and remodel projects,  


• Equipment operation (backhoe, skidsteer, tractor, man lift, etc.)


• Work/oversee student workers


• Work/oversee with volunteer group


• Preventive maintenance 


• Adhere to Cookson Hills policy & procedures


• Provide safe work environments 

This role is suited for an individual who is organized, self-motivated, and passionate about helping provide a safe environment where children heal and thrive.

Begin Writing a Better Story 

If God is calling you to serve in a meaningful, transformative way, we encourage you to apply today.