Facilities Maintenance Technician- Hillcrest (Casual Call, Variable Shifts)

Bozeman Health; Bozeman (MT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Bozeman Health is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to ensure safe, reliable hospital operations. You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and support survey readiness across HVAC, plumbing, and basic electrical systems.

You'll document work in CMMS, interpret prints, and mentor Apprentices while coordinating outages with clinical teams. This role involves after-hours work and a strong commitment to patient safety and facility reliability.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years of facilities maintenance or trades experience; healthcare preferred.
• Competency in at least two crafts (e.g., HVAC and plumbing).
• Ability to read and interpret prints/schematics and follow procedures.
• Proficient in CMMS use with accurate documentation.
• Current EPA 608 Type I/II certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months.
• ASHE Health Care PEW or Health Care Construction (HCC) certificate within six (6) months of hire.
• Lockout/tagout (LOTO) qualification; compliance with hot-work permit requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and corrective repairs on HVAC, plumbing, and basic electrical distribution systems (≤ 480V).
• Troubleshoot moderately complex equipment issues and identify root causes.
• Document PM, inspections, and outcomes to support survey readiness.
• Conduct water-management monitoring and document temperature checks, flushing, and biocides.
• Read blueprints/schematics and maintain updated field notes.
• Prioritize work orders and maintain CMMS data for parts and labor.
• Coordinate outages with clinical staff to minimize service disruption.
• Participate in on-call rotation and after-hours support.
• Mentor Apprentices and provide guidance.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Trades experience

Prints & schematics

CMMS familiarity

EPA 608 Type I/II

LOTO qualification

ASHE PEW/HCC

Job description

Working at Bozeman Health is more than just a job--it's a commitment to caring for the communities of Southwest Montana by being their partner in health and wellness, compassionately delivering the best care for each person, every time. In every role, our employees are inspired by their ability to care for our community and our Culture of Excellence guides each employee to be a high performer, engage in transparent and timely communication, demonstrate dynamic learning and teaching, excel through change, express gratitude and experience joy.

Summary

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports safe, reliable, and compliant hospital operations by performing moderately complex preventive maintenance (PM), troubleshooting, and repairs across multiple facilities crafts. The role contributes to survey readiness through utility system checks, life-safety compliance, and water-management activities. Technicians use the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS) to document work, maintain accurate records, and communicate effectively with clinical and operational partners. In addition, the position provides mentorship and task-level guidance to Apprentices, fostering skill development and consistency in facilities operations.

Qualifications

Required

• Three (3) years of facilities maintenance or trades experience; healthcare preferred.
• Demonstrated competency in at least two (2) crafts (e.g., HVAC and plumbing).
• Ability to read and interpret prints/schematics and follow written procedures.
• Proficient in CMMS use with accurate documentation practices.
• Current EPA 608 Type I/II certification, or ability to obtain within six (6) months.
• ASHE Health Care Physical Environment Worker (PEW) or Health Care Construction (HCC) certificate within six (6) months of hire.
• Lockout/tagout (LOTO) qualification; compliance with hot-work permit requirements per policy.

Preferred

• Experience with hospital life-safety systems (e.g., fire alarm/pump, smoke/fire dampers).
• Exposure to water-management program tasks/documentation (ASHRAE 188/CDC).
• Familiarity with medical gas systems; ASSE 6040 within twelve (12) months preferred.

Essential Job Functions

In addition to the essential functions of the job listed below, employees must have on-time completion of all required education as assigned per DNV requirements, Bozeman Health policy, and other registry requirements.

• Perform preventive maintenance (PM) and corrective repairs on HVAC, plumbing, and basic electrical distribution (≤ 480V) systems, including pumps, valves, motors, and controls.
• Troubleshoot moderately complex equipment issues, identify root causes, and restore safe operation.
• Execute life-safety corrective actions and document PM and inspection results to support survey readiness.
• Conduct water-management monitoring tasks, including temperature checks, flushing, and biocide control documentation.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematics; maintain updated as-built field notes.
• Prioritize work orders, plan tasks, and maintain accurate CMMS data for parts and labor.
• Communicate outage impacts and coordinate with clinical partners to minimize service disruption.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to after-hours issues as required.
• Mentor and provide task-level guidance to Apprentices.
• Other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrates sound judgment, patience, and maintains a professional demeanor at all times
• Exercises tact, discretion, sensitivity, and maintains confidentiality
• Performs essential job functions successfully in a busy and stressful environment
• Learns current and new computer applications and office equipment utilized at Bozeman Health
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Analyzes, organizes, and prioritizes work while meeting multiple deadlines
• Demonstrate the Bozeman Health SPIRIT values of: Service, People, Integrity, Respect, Improvement, and Teamwork

Schedule Requirements

• This role requires regular and sustained attendance.
• The position may necessitate working beyond a standard 40-hour workweek, including weekends and after-hours shifts.
• On-call work may be required to respond promptly to organizational, patient, or employee needs.

Physical Requirements

• Lifting (Repeatedly – 50 pounds): Exerting force and/or using a negligible amount of force to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects or people.
• Sit (Occasionally): Maintaining a sitting posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Stand (Continuously): Maintaining a standing posture for extended periods may include adjusting body position to prevent discomfort or strain.
• Walk (Continuously): Walking and moving around within the work area requires good balance and coordination.
• Climb (Repeatedly): Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like using feet and legs; may also use hands and arms.
• Twist/Bend/Stoop/Kneel (Continuously): Twisting, bending, stooping, and kneeling require flexibility and a wide range of motion in the spine and joints.
• Reach Above Shoulder Level (Repeatedly): Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling objects as necessary above the shoulder, requiring strength and stability.
• Push/Pull (Continuously): Using the upper extremities to press or exert force against something with steady force to thrust forward, downward, or outward.
• Fine-Finger Movements (Continuously): Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working primarily with fingers rather than using the whole hand as in handling.
• Vision (Occasionally): Close visual acuity to prepare and analyze data and figures and to read computer screens, printed materials, and handwritten materials.
• Cognitive Skills (Continuously): Learn new tasks, remember processes, maintain focus, complete tasks independently, and make timely decisions in the context of a workflow.
• Exposures (Repeatedly): Bloodborne pathogens, such as blood, bodily fluids, or tissues. Radiation in settings where medical imaging procedures are performed. Various chemicals and medications are used in healthcare settings. Job tasks may involve handling cleaning products, disinfectants, and other substances. Infectious diseases due to contact with patients in areas that may have contagious illnesses.
• Frequency Key: Continuously (100% - 67% of the time), Repeatedly (66% - 33% of the time), Occasionally (32% - 4% of the time), Rarely (3% - 1% of the time), Never (0%).