Maintenance Technician

Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus

Job Description

Position Title: Maintenance Technician

Department: 140 - Facilities & Maintenance

Reports To: IT Network Admin & Facilities Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Revision Date: 05/17/2026

The Jewish Community Center of Greater Columbus is a human service agency offering a varied program that is Jewish in nature. It is committed to enhancing the quality of individual and family life through the promotion of physical, intellectual, and spiritual wellness. It provides educational and cultural programs that reflect the Jewish heritage, health-related activities, and many services to the community at large. Through its wide array of programs, the JCC pursues its mission of strengthening the individual, family, and community.

The JCC nurtures a passion for Jewish learning and living. Through programs and services, the JCC provides comfortable and inviting environments in which the community can thrive.

Perform general maintenance, both preventive and as needed, on buildings and grounds of the JCC facility.

• Follow Department Creed for Success daily
• Ability to problem solve diverse situations
• Maintain all Mechanical/HVAC equipment with the assistance of an HVAC vendor
  • Includes repair service, preventative maintenance, and coordinating work with service providers
• Maintain pool equipment
• Take/record pool chemical data in accordance with established JCC protocol and make chemical changes as needed to maintain proper balance
• Backwash, fill pools, and maintain pool heating units based on needs
• Adjust thermostats as needed
• Perform pool maintenance during pool shut down periods, including cleaning, caulking, painting, and any other necessary functions
• Maintain all electric equipment including light fixtures
• Electrical work including the replacement of light bulbs, ballasts, and fixtures
• Responsible for maintenance tasks assigned by their supervisor, CEO, or COO
• General maintenance of the building and grounds
• Maintain standards and proper records related to building maintenance regarding ACA and ECS accreditation
• Assist with the set-up/tear down of rooms in preparation for programs, meetings, and other functions on an as-needed basis
• Aid with camp start-up, maintain camp, and end-of-camp-year tear down
• Perform monthly life safety checks on fire extinguishers, emergency lights, and exit signs
• Responsible for all snow and ice removal on sidewalks

• Support the mission of the JCC.
• Provide high-quality programs and services and maintain knowledge of agency offerings.
• Represent the agency and deliver exceptional customer service.
• Welcome, thank, and engage JCC members and guests daily.
• Treat fellow staff with respect.
• Follow all policies and procedures in the employee handbook.
• Wear JCC staff ID badge and attend required staff meetings.

• No specific degree required; relevant trade experience preferred
• Good working knowledge of painting, drywall, plumbing, and HVAC troubleshooting and minor repairs

• Must be able to use a computer to search for parts and tools

•  Must be able to lift 50 lbs.
• Must be able to work at heights of 25 feet or more, including on the roof, on a single man lift, or on a ladder
• Work is performed in a facility environment with varying indoor and outdoor conditions
• Must be able to communicate actively through email
• Must have a valid driver's license with insurance coverage