Facilties Maintenance Technician
Odyssey House Inc. · Salt Lake City, UT
- Level
- Technician
- Team
- Reliability
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 3 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A technician-level reliability role at Odyssey House Inc. (industrial) in Salt Lake City, UT. Assist in the maintenance, upkeep, and renovations, including HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and refuse removal.
- They ask for
- 1+ years
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 9, 2026
Maintenance Technician roles in the US: typical posted base $61k–$86k.
Median of the low and high ends of 77 live postings that list pay, out of 3011 maintenance technician openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 30 other live reliability postings in Utah.
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (1+ vs 5+)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- PLC 45%
- Team leadership 32%
- Welding 29%
- Automation 26%
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Job Duties
- ◆Assist in the maintenance, upkeep, and renovations, including HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, and refuse removal.
- ◆Assist in building code inspections and licensure compliance, including City, County, and State Fire and Health inspections and Joint Commission.
- ◆All grounds maintenance, upkeep, and services.
- ◆Reports to Director of Facilities. This position is non-exempt.
Experience/Skills Required
This position offers the right candidate a flexible work schedule in an environment of collaboration with other facilities managers at other locations. We seek a person with a passion for repairs and maintenance, yard maintenance, painting, and generally making our facility a pleasant place for our residents. Experience in repairs, plumbing, HVAC, yard and building maintenance, construction, and electrical work preferred. Position requires lifting and the ability to maneuver on ladders and in confined spaces.
Required
- ✓Willingness and ability to pass a criminal background check
- ✓Must have a valid driver's license and clean driving history (this position requires candidates to drive Odyssey House vehicles. Odyssey House will verify driver eligibility by reviewing annual Motor Vehicle Registrations. If offered the position, you authorize Odyssey House to review your Motor Vehicle Registration records to determine eligibility to drive for Odyssey House)
- ✓Must be 21 years of age or older
- ✓First Aid and CPR Certification (available at Odyssey House)
- ✓Must comply with annual TB tests, flu, and Covid immunization
- ✓Must meet employment eligibility
- ✓Must be able to work variable shifts as needed
Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of required pre-employment screenings , which may include background checks, fingerprinting, applicable sex offender registry screenings for Adult Residential roles, and other position-related verifications. Roles requiring driving are subject to a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) review and valid Utah driver’s license.
All employees of Odyssey House are required to adhere to: Odyssey House mission, philosophy, and scope of service; Division of Human Services Code of Conduct and all other relevant service contract requirement standards; ensuring a safe environment for all clients and staff; providing exemplary customer service to both internal and external customers; fostering a positive work environment; ensuring high-quality client care within the scope of the assigned position.
Each employee is expected to clearly understand roles and
responsibilities
regarding the following: Specific job position, time management, personnel file requirements, client record system, incident reporting, mandatory training requirements, maintaining proper client boundaries, and individual rights of clients and staff.
Physical Demands of the Job: Ability to lift to 50 lbs., driving (or adequate alternate transportation), and moderate physical activity at times.
EEOC Statement: Odyssey House is an equal-opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including the decision to hire, promote,
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Description
Odyssey House is seeking a Full-Time Facilities Maintenance Technician!
Summary: Odyssey House's Mission is "Empowering people to heal and build better lives." We are dedicated to helping individuals and families reclaim their lives through effective substance use treatment, prevention, and mental health services. Our programs address education, job skills, healthcare, sober housing, behavioral management, and aftercare support to ensure lifelong success. We are proud to be the largest treatment provider in Utah, with the most innovative programs available. ‘We Are Recovery,’ and we mean it with all our hearts.
Odyssey House’s Core Values
- •Integrity (I) – We do what is best for the clients and community. Always
- •Wholeheartedness (W) – We are sincere in our commitment towards a better life for all.
- •Connection (C) – We seek opportunities to engage with one another.
- •Personal Growth (G) – We are curious about how to be better versions of ourselves.
Job Location: Salt Lake City
Benefits Package: Equals to approximately $22,000. Includes medical, dental, life, and disability insurance, flexible spending account, retirement plan, paid leave, employee assistance program, and education assistance.
Health and Welfare Benefits
- •Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, FSA, and long-/short-term disability coverage.
- •403(b) Retirement Plan: Immediate participation available; 100% employer match up to 6% after 1 year of service.
- •Paid Time Off (PTO): Accrue up to 35 paid days off per year (with increased accrual rates after 1 year).
- •Sick Leave Rollover: Convert half of your unused accrued sick time into extra vacation days at year-end.
- •Sabbatical Program: Paid extended leave rewarded after 5 years of service.
- •Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential 24/7 support for mental health, financial advice, and personal well-being.
Perks
- •Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $9,000 per year available for approved programs (subject to eligibility requirements).
- •Continuing Education: Opportunities for paid training and professional development, subject to manager approval and eligibility.
- •Transit Pass: Free UTA pass provided for your daily work commute.
- •Monthly Incentives: Regular performance awards and team recognition.
- •Casual Work Environment: Relaxed, casual dress code and workplace culture.
Candidate Qualities
- •Passion for Community Service and helping others to realize their own potential.
- •Communication Skills to problem solve directly with clients and other staff
- •Reliability to fill their support staff shifts and deliver on position responsibilities.
- •Self-starter qualities to independently address issues and needs in our organization's community.
- •Teachable - Willingness to learn and grow in their position.