Facility Maintenance Worker

Facility Maintenance Worker – Youth Behavioral Health

Location: Brooksville, FL (Brooksville Youth Academy)
Department: Operations / Facilities
Job Type: Full-Time | Monday–Friday, Day Shift
Pay: $20.00 / hour

About Youth Opportunity & Brooksville Youth Academy

Youth Opportunity is a nationally recognized leader in residential and behavioral health treatment for at-risk youth. Brooksville Youth Academy in Brooksville, Florida, is a secure, trauma-informed residential program serving adolescent boys. The facility provides structured therapeutic programming, education, recreation, and clinical services in a highly supervised setting designed to promote safety, accountability, and long-term success.

Youth typically remain in care for several months, participating in individual, group, and family therapy; life skills development; education; and restorative programming. Services are delivered within small group living units to support emotional stabilization, positive behavior development, and successful reintegration into the community.

About the Role

The Facility Maintenance Worker plays a critical role in supporting daily operations at Brooksville Youth Academy by maintaining a safe, clean, and fully functional environment for youth and staff. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on maintenance experience who takes pride in their work and wants to contribute to a mission-driven organization making a real impact.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 4% employer match with Immediate Vesting

Paid time off (PTO) and holidays – earn 4 hours of PTO every pay period

Free RX delivery on most medications

Tuition reimbursement and professional development

Robust Employee Assistance Program

Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Key Responsibilities

Perform general building and grounds maintenance, including minor repairs and preventative maintenance

Conduct routine facility inspections to identify safety hazards, repair needs, and maintenance issues

Support safety and security operations, including fire systems, alarms, and facility access controls

Monitor and maintain security-related systems and assist with facility opening and closure procedures

Coordinate and oversee contractor work related to maintenance, equipment, and grounds

Track required fire, safety, and health inspections and assist with corrective actions

Communicate maintenance needs and project updates with leadership and program staff

Maintain accurate documentation related to repairs, inspections, and completed work

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Ability to pass required background checks and pre-employment drug screening

Strong organizational, time management, and communication skills

Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Commitment to maintaining a safe and professional environment

Preferred Qualifications

Three (3) or more years of facility maintenance or related experience

Experience coordinating maintenance projects or working with contractors

Physical Demands

• Must be in good physical health and emotionally stable
• Able to actively engage with youth, participate in physical interventions, and transport youth or staff as needed
• Must be free of communicable diseases as defined by the state
• Must pass evaluation of physical techniques and certification exams

Apply Today

If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a role that truly matters, we encourage you to apply today.
Click “Apply Now” through Indeed or visit www.youthopportunity.com/yourfuture
to learn more.

Youth Opportunity is an Equal Opportunity Employer.