Facilities Apprenticeship: Hands-On Multi-Trade Tech

Stormont-Vail HealthCare, Inc.; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-the-job training

Job summary

Stormont Vail HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Apprentice to join the Facilities Services team in Topeka, Kansas.

This hands-on apprenticeship provides structured training across general maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and more, with oversight from experienced technicians to ensure a safe, functional environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The program emphasizes on-the-job training and classroom instruction, offering exposure to multiple trades and hands-on

Qualifications

• Enrollment or interest in a trade, vocational, or technical program in building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC, or related field.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to listen and respond appropriately.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Understand course curriculum and performance expectations for successful completion of the Apprenticeship.
• Recognize limitations and operate within competencies.
• Assist in maintenance, repair, and operation of building systems including plumbing, HVAC, and refrigeration.
• Learn preventive maintenance tasks such as filter replacement, lubrication, inspection, and basic equipment servicing.
• Support general facility upkeep, including lighting, flooring, doors, and basic carpentry repairs.
• Participate in groundskeeping duties such as mowing, snow removal, and landscape maintenance.
• Maintain cleanliness, organization, and safety of maintenance shops and work areas.
• Respond to service requests promptly and courteously to support operations.
• Follow all Stormont Vail Health safety, infection control, and regulatory standards.
• Engage in on-the-job training, mentorship, and classroom instruction.

Skills

Communication

Active listening

Curriculum comprehension

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Education

Trade/technical program in building maintenance, plumbing, HVAC

Job description

Stormont Vail HealthCare, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Apprentice to join the Facilities Services team in Topeka, Kansas.

This hands-on apprenticeship provides structured training across general maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, and more, with oversight from experienced technicians to ensure a safe, functional environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The program emphasizes on-the-job training and classroom instruction, offering exposure to multiple trades and hands-on