Wheelchair Specialist

Are you mechanically inclined, great with tools, and looking for a role where your hands-on skills directly improve lives? Home of the Innocents is seeking a Wheelchair and Adaptive Equipment Technician to join our team at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center. A Day in the Life You'll work closely with our therapy team to keep every wheelchair and adaptive device in top condition, building, adjusting, and repairing equipment to the exact specifications that each resident needs. Your work is precision work: accurate measurements, careful fabrication, and attention to how each device fits and functions for the resident using it. Schedule: Training phase — day shift, Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Permanent schedule once independent — night shift, Monday – Friday, 10:30 PM – 7:00 AM. Full-time. How This Position Contributes to Our Mission Fabricate, assemble, and modify wheelchairs, positioning systems, and adaptive therapeutic equipment to ensure safety and function for our residents Collaborate with Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapists and the Interdisciplinary Team to implement recommended modifications for individual residents Conduct fittings, adjustments, component replacements, and repairs in coordination with therapists Procure materials, supplies, and parts within approved budget parameters; maintain timely inventory Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workshop in compliance with OSHA and facility standards Work independently on the night shift — trusted to manage your time and workload without direct supervision Skills and Qualifications Required: High school diploma or equivalent Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment Ability to follow technical instructions, measurements, and therapist specifications with precision and attention to detail Accurate measurement skills Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and self-direct on the night shift High level of trustworthiness and personal integrity, our residents are counting on this work being done right Willingness to learn upholstery, sewing, and embroidery techniques for equipment customization Current CPR/Basic Life Support (BLS) — provided by employer if not current Preferred: Associate degree in a technical field Current driver's license 1+ year of experience fabricating or modifying seating, mobility, or therapeutic devices Experience with sewing machines or upholstery equipment What You'll Receive as a Valued Member of Home of the Innocents Comprehensive benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, AD&D, and Life) Generous leave time to ensure work-life balance 401(k) with employer match Training and certification opportunities Who We Are Home of the Innocents is one of Louisville's longest-serving non-profit organizations, approaching 150 years of service to children and families. Our mission is simple and clear: to enrich lives with hope, health, and happiness. We are a trauma-informed organization, prioritizing safety, recovery, and strong relationships in everything we do. Our leadership is committed to building a workforce grounded in compassion, excellence, empowerment, and wellness. We are an organization growing to meet the needs of children and young adults in our community — expanding our programs and investing in our campus, including the addition of a new wing at the Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center that will double our capacity to serve medically complex individuals. Our Impact 3,976 children and families served in 2025 22-acre campus located near downtown Louisville Second largest Residential Treatment Program in Kentucky Only dedicated emergency shelter for children in the city 10 programs supporting children and families across a range of needs, including: Therapeutic and residential treatment, emergency shelter, foster care and adoption support, and community-based behavioral health services Kosair for Kids Complex Care Center: Kentucky's only pediatric skilled nursing facility providing residential and respite care for children and young adults with complex medical needs. Ready to do work that genuinely matters? Apply today and help our residents stay mobile and independent at Home of the Innocents.