Maintenance Specialist (m/f/d)

As the fifth largest canton in Switzerland with around 6000 employees, we are committed to the common good of society at the

cantonal administration. With an impressive variety of services,

our work affects all areas of life, whether education, economy, law, security, nature, health, construction, culture, or finance. Through our meaningful

work, we leave a small footprint every day, as it is relevant to over half a million people.

The Migration Office operates daily in the exciting political environment of all migration issues. We are responsible for foreigner permits, enforce the federal foreigner and asylum law, issue biometric Swiss passports and foreigner identity cards, and provide care and integration in our asylum centers.

The Migration Office is looking for a

Maintenance Specialist (m/f/d)

for the Kreuzacker center with an integration character in Wil starting March 1, 2026, or by agreement

Workload: 80-100%

Workplace: Wil

What to expect

• Responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of the entire property and its surroundings
• Carrying out repair work on buildings and furniture as well as maintaining the workshop
• Ensuring the functionality of technical systems (e.g., heating)
• Organizing and controlling waste disposal and environmental management
• Leading and supervising employment programs for residents
• Conveying work culture and professional instruction within the programs
• Cross-departmental collaboration in the center's operations

What distinguishes you

• Completed vocational training as a Maintenance Specialist EFZ or in a comparable craft/technical profession
• Manual skills and technical understanding of building maintenance (e.g., heating, sanitary, electrical)
• Independent and structured working style as well as flexibility with changing tasks
• Teamwork skills and enjoyment in working with people from different cultures
• Organizational talent, resilience, and responsibility for occupational safety
• Good IT skills and a category B driving license
• Ideally: experience in supervising employees or further training in facility services

What we offer

• Versatile and responsible tasks in a dynamic environment
• Insight into different cultures and languages
• A committed, interdisciplinary team
• Attractive social benefits and discounts (e.g., Ostwind subscription)
• Meaningful activity with social relevance

Ready for the next step? If we have sparked your interest and you want to be part of the team, we look forward to your application.

Further information:

For further information, Stefan Hangartner, team leader, is happy to assist you at 058 229 12 21. You can also find an overview of our work area at www.asylzentren.sg.ch.