Sunshine House

Curriculum-based childcare and early education provider

Maintenance Technician

Building & Property MaintenancePosted on Nov 9

Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USA$20 - $22 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

An associate's degree in HVAC or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, equivalent related training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.
At least 2 to 3 years of mechanical experience is required, preferably in a commercial or industrial facility, with an emphasis on facility maintenance and experience with electrical systems, building equipment, and building repairs.
Written and verbal communication skills are required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook is required.
The ability to multitask, prioritize, and be detail-oriented is required.
The ability to work independently and be resourceful is required.
Customer service skills are required.
Flexibility and adaptability are required.
Passing a criminal background check and having a clean driving record are required.
The role requires climbing stairs and ladders, walking on uneven and narrow surfaces, kneeling, bending, stretching, stooping, and lifting, pushing, pulling, and moving items weighing up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

Perform non-licensed maintenance and repair work in carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, minor electrical work, finish work, painting, HVAC, and other maintenance-related disciplines at preschool facilities.
With supervisor direction, prioritize work orders, handle urgent requests, respond to calls as required, and complete assigned preventive maintenance work and procedures.
Help ensure that building and maintenance policies, procedures, codes, regulations, safety systems, and standards are followed and enforced.
Handle occasional non-technical facility repairs, such as hanging pictures and repairing desks or ceilings.
Travel overnight periodically, potentially one week every other month.

Desired Qualifications

Commercial or industrial facility experience is preferred.

Maintenance Technician

Sunshine House · Atlanta, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-11-09

Workplace: on_site

Department: Corporate

Description

Maintenance Technician

_The Sunshine House is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join our facilities team. The successful candidate will perform a variety of non-licensed mechanical, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general building maintenance and repair on our preschools. Company vehicle will be supplied.

_Pay range: $20-$22 hour, based on experience and credentials.

About the Sunshine House Early Learning Academy:
Bright futures start here! The Sunshine House is much more than simply daycare for children 6 weeks to 12-years-old. We help children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in! We are one of the largest early education and childcare companies in the United States, operating more than 100 schools in 8 states. Learn more about us by visiting www.sunshinehouse.com.

Responsibilities

Perform minor repairs and services in all maintenance-related disciplines, including carpentry, mechanics, plumbing, minor electrical, finish work, painting, HVAC, etc., unrelated to building property management work.
With direction from a supervisor, prioritize work orders, handle urgent requests, respond to calls as required, and complete any assigned preventative maintenance work and procedures.
Help to ensure all building and maintenance policies, procedures, codes, regulations, etc., are followed and enforced, including safety systems and standards.
Handle occasional non-technical repairs of the facility (e.g., hanging pictures, desk repairs, ceiling repairs, etc.).
Periodic overnight travel (one week every other month) may be required.

Requirements

Associate's degree in HVAC or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or equivalent related training; or equivalent combination of education and experience necessary.
At least 2 to 3 years of mechanical experience preferably in a commercial or industrial facility with an emphasis in facility maintenance plus experience with electrical, building equipment and building repairs.
Written and verbal communication skills
Must be proficient with Microsoft Office and Outlook
Ability to multi-task, prioritize, and be detail-oriented
Ability to work independently and be resourceful
Customer service skills
Flexible and adaptable
Must pass a criminal background check
Must have a clean driving record

Physical Requirements

Climbing up and down stairs, walking on uneven and narrow surfaces
Climbing up and down ladders
Kneeling, bending, stretching, and stooping
Must be able to lift, push, pull, and move product, equipment and supplies up to fifty (50) pounds

Benefits

Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental & vision insurance
Generous paid time off and paid holidays
Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
FREE childcare tuition
Career advancement & growth opportunities
401K retirement plan
Company-paid life insurance
Employee discount program
Same day pay available
Team-oriented, family-like environment

The Sunshine House is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The Sunshine House prides itself on closely following state and federal laws designed to keep you protected. Follow the links below to learn about Discrimination, FMLA, and Polygraph protections. Information on additional employee rights can be found posted at each school.

Discrimination Information

FMLA Information

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About the Company

Sunshine House

Curriculum-based childcare and early education provider

Sunshine House runs a network of early childhood education centers across multiple states, offering care and curriculum-based programs for children from six weeks to 12 years old, including infants, toddlers, preschool, and Pre-K, with tuition and state-funded Pre-K where available. Centers deliver structured learning using the Creative Curriculum, add Spanish language lessons, and provide on-site afterschool through The Quest Zone with homework help and STEM enrichment, plus school-break and summer camps. The company differentiates itself with a large multi-state footprint, growth through building new centers and acquiring existing ones, and an integrated afterschool program located in elementary schools. Its goal is to provide accessible, curriculum-driven early learning and afterschool opportunities that support school readiness and ongoing family support.

Company size: 501-1,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Greenville, SC
Founded: 1975

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