Facilities Maintenance Technician

Akron Children's Hospital; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure the safety and functionality of its facilities. This role involves performing preventative and reactive maintenance, coordinating with the maintenance team, and adhering to regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in building maintenance, including electrical and plumbing systems, HVAC, and mechanical troubleshooting. Join a dedicated team committed to providing excellent service and maintaining a safe environment for all. If you are skilled in general trades and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma preferred; 2 years relevant experience preferred.
• Entry-level candidates considered; valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on facilities.
• Coordinate with the maintenance team to support operations.
• Conduct inspections and regulatory checks for safety compliance.

Skills

General commercial building maintenance

Light carpentry

Electrical systems knowledge

Plumbing systems installation and repair

Commercial HVAC systems

Mechanical troubleshooting

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

Communication skills

Organizational skills

MS Office Suite proficiency

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

2 years relevant experience

Tools

CMMS

Job description

Full-time, 40 Hours/week

Sunday - Wednesday, 9:30pm-8am

Onsite

Summary:

The Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for providing preventative, reactive, and emergency maintenance to ensure all on-campus facilities are maintained safely and effectively.

Responsibilities:

1. Serve as a key member of the facilities maintenance team, understanding regulatory compliance, maintenance strategies, and delivering excellent customer service.
2. Coordinate with the Facilities Maintenance team to support hospital campus operations.
3. Complete and document all assigned work accurately.
4. Support the Facilities Maintenance Operations Manager, Safety Team, and Facilities Director.
5. Provide backup coverage for other Facilities Maintenance Technicians as needed.
6. Keep staff and management informed of relevant issues.
7. Communicate engineering and maintenance issues to internal hospital departments and contacts.
8. Perform preventive and reactive (breakdown) maintenance.
9. Conduct Environment of Care inspections and routine regulatory checks (e.g., exit/emergency lights, fire extinguishers, generators).
10. Participate in ongoing training and educational programs.
11. Adhere to Joint Commission and CMS regulations.
12. Be available for emergency on-call maintenance when required.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Expertise:

1. General commercial building maintenance.
2. General trades skills including light carpentry, finishing, painting, door hardware, locks/keying, signage.
3. Electrical systems knowledge, including lockout/tagout procedures and wiring diagrams, with experience in 120/208 Volt and 277/480 Volt systems.
4. Plumbing systems: installation and repair of pipes, fittings, and fixtures following specifications and codes.
5. Steam systems up to 125#.
6. Commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems, including compressors, motors, pumps, fans, controls, refrigerant recovery, vacuum pumps, and gauges.
7. Mechanical troubleshooting skills.
8. Building Automation Systems (BAS) experience.
9. Assessing emergency situations and implementing safe solutions.
10. Knowledge of building codes, NFPA, life safety, Joint Commission, and CMS regulations.
11. Strong communication and organizational skills.
12. Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
13. Proficiency in MS Office Suite; familiarity with CMMS is a plus.

Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
2. Minimum of 2 years relevant experience preferred; entry-level candidates considered.
3. Valid driver's license required.