Facilities Maintenance Technician

1004 Lehigh Valley Hospital; Town of Bethlehem (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform general facility management tasks, inspections, testing, repair, and preventive maintenance at the Bethlehem site.

The role involves minor maintenance across electrical, plumbing, mechanical systems, with attention to safety and documentation in the CMMS, supporting various trades and responding to work orders promptly.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required with related trade experience.
• 3 years experience in a related trade or less than 1 year with Technical School Diploma.
• Ability to perform trade skills in plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations; carpentry and general maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs minor maintenance of plumbing, electrical, mechanical equipment, systems, structures and other general maintenance.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Responds to trouble calls, work requests and emergencies.
• Assists department colleagues of all trades.
• Uses the CMMS work order system and documents time and work completed promptly.

Skills

Trade skills

Reading schematics

CMMS/Building automation

Driver's license

General maintenance abilities

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Technical School Diploma in trade such as electrical, plumbing, or HVAC

Associate degree in healthcare facility maintenance (preferred)

Tools

CMMS

Building automation systems

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary

Provides general facility management tasks to include inspection, testing, repair, and maintenance of buildings, grounds and equipment.

Job Duties

• Performs minor maintenance of plumbing, electrical, mechanical equipment, systems, structures and other general maintenance.
• Performs preventive maintenance tasks as assigned.
• Responds to trouble calls, work requests and emergency situations.
• Assists department colleagues of all trades.
• Utilizes the CMMS work order system and documents time and work completed in a timely manner.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED with required years of experience or Technical School Diploma in a specific trade such as electrical, plumbing, or HVAC
• 3 years experience in a related trade or Less than 1 year with Technical School Diploma
• Ability to perform trade skills typically associated with plumbing, electrical, and mechanical operations as well as carpentry and other general maintenance.
• Ability to read circuitry, wiring diagrams, schematics, and operations of mechanical systems.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to read, understand, and apply codes and standards enforced by local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Computer skills to include computerized maintenance systems, building automation, email, education.
• DL - Driver’s License_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree 2 years Healthcare facility maintenance and repair.
• Knowledge of how to work in a healthcare environment related to risk such as infection control, general and life safety, and patient satisfaction.

Physical Demands

• Lift over 50 lbs.
• Push/pull up to 140 lbs.
• Carry 80 lbs. short distances.
• Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 3100 Emrick Blvd Primary Location: Bethlehem- Emrick Blvd Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: 7:00a - 3:30p Monday - Friday Department: 1004-00095 Fac Mgmt Labor - Outlying Team - CH

Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. Lehigh Valley Health Network is certified as a Great Place to Work® . LVHN’s culture of trust – and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune – align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.