Facilities Technician (Eastport/Machias)

Eastport Health Care, Inc.; Eastport (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Eastport Health Care, Inc. is seeking a Facilities Technician to support the Facilities Director in maintaining safe, clean, and well‑maintained environments across all EHC locations.

The role combines housekeeping, building and grounds maintenance, preventive maintenance, and general facilities support. The technician will perform routine cleaning, minor repairs, and assist with special projects, reporting to the Facilities Director and traveling as needed to multiple EHC sites.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance required.
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.
• Experience in housekeeping, janitorial, facilities maintenance preferred.
• Willingness to travel between EHC locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean, sanitary environment across all EHC facilities.
• Perform routine cleaning, disinfect restrooms, floors and surfaces.
• Empty trash, dust, vacuum, wash windows, and laundry duties as assigned.
• Assist with building and grounds maintenance and basic repairs.
• Coordinate with Facilities Director on priorities, safety, and needs.
• Travel between EHC locations as needed.
• Support safety, emergency preparedness, and compliance activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Independent work

Communication skills

Reliability & punctuality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Title: Facilities Technician
Position Category: Hourly / Non-Exempt – Full-time
Supervisor: Facilities Director

The Facilities Technician is responsible for supporting the Facilities Director in maintaining a clean, safe, sanitary, functional, and well‑maintained environment throughout all of Eastport Health Care facilities.

This position combines housekeeping, janitorial, building and grounds maintenance, preventive maintenance, and general facilities support. The Facilities Technician performs routine cleaning and maintenance duties, identifies and reports facility needs, completes assigned work orders, and assists with facility projects and other duties as directed by the Facilities Director.

The position will work independently on assigned responsibilities while maintaining regular communication with the Facilities Director regarding work priorities, maintenance needs, safety concerns, and issues requiring additional expertise or outside assistance.

The Facilities Technician must be willing and able to work at and travel between EHC locations as needed.

All EHC employees are expected to engage and be active participants in quality improvement projects and efforts, risk identification and reporting, attend training and meetings as requested, and contribute to overall team spirit and cooperation. Employee contributions in this regard are valued and necessary for the organization's successful care of our patients/clients.

SUPERVISORY DUTIES:

None.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Housekeeping and Janitorial:

• Maintain a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment throughout EHC facilities.
• Thoroughly clean and disinfect restrooms, including sinks, toilets, mirrors, floors, dispensers, and related fixtures.
• Empty trash and recycling containers throughout offices, exam rooms, waiting areas, conference rooms, employee areas, and other designated spaces.
• Dust mop, sweep, vacuum, and wet mop hard surface floors as required.
• Vacuum carpets in corridors, conference rooms, offices, and other designated areas according to established cleaning schedules.
• Perform routine high dusting and removal of cobwebs.
• Clean and disinfect surfaces in exam rooms and other clinical areas according to established EHC cleaning and infection prevention procedures.
• Clean dental exam room sinks, counters, floors, and other designated surfaces. Dental equipment will be maintained by dental staff unless otherwise specified.
• Clean employee lounges, break areas, and other common areas.
• Perform laundry duties as assigned.
• Replace paper products and other restroom and facility supplies as needed.
• Clean interior windows, windowsills, entrance doors, chair rails, walls, fixtures, and other surfaces according to established schedules.
• Assist with cleaning exterior windows and entrances as needed.
• Maintain entryways, porches, stairs, ramps, and other areas in clean and safe condition.
• Maintain housekeeping closets and cleaning supply areas in an organized condition.
• Monitor inventory of cleaning and housekeeping supplies and provide the Facilities Director with a list of items requiring replenishment.
• Properly use, store, and handle cleaning chemicals and equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions and EHC safety procedures.
• Follow checklist provided by Facility Director.

Building and Maintenance Support:

• Assist the Facilities Director with all functions related to EHC facilities, physical plants, buildings, furniture, fixtures, equipment, and grounds.
• Perform routine and light maintenance and repairs within the scope of training and experience.
• Perform minor repairs involving doors, locks, hardware, furniture, fixtures, walls, ceilings, flooring, and other building components.
• Perform basic painting, patching, caulking, carpentry, and general repair work as assigned.
• Replace light bulbs, filters, batteries, ceiling tiles, and other routine maintenance items.
• Perform minor plumbing repairs and adjustments when appropriate and within the scope of training.
• Assist with routine maintenance and inspection of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, and other building systems.
• Complete assigned preventive maintenance activities and maintain appropriate records.
• Perform routine inspections of buildings, grounds, equipment, and common areas and report deficiencies or potential problems to the Facilities Director.
• Respond to and complete assigned facilities work orders in a timely manner.
• Identify maintenance issues that require licensed trades, specialized contractors, or additional expertise and promptly report them to the Facilities Director.
• Assist with the setup, movement, installation, and removal of furniture, equipment, supplies, and other materials.
• Assist the Facilities Director with facility projects, renovations, construction activities, inspections, and other special projects as assigned.
• Assist outside contractors and vendors with access to facilities and work areas as directed by the Facilities Director.

Grounds and Seasonal Maintenance:

• Assist with maintaining EHC grounds, entrances, sidewalks, parking areas, and exterior areas.
• Assist with snow removal, shoveling, sanding, salting, and ice control as needed.
• Assist with lawn care, landscaping, trimming, and other seasonal grounds maintenance.
• Maintain exterior entrances, ramps, stairs, and walkways in a safe and accessible condition.
• Report hazardous conditions, damage, vandalism, pest concerns, or other grounds-related issues to the Facilities Director.

Safety, Emergency Preparedness, and Compliance:

• Assist in maintaining facilities in accordance with applicable safety requirements, building codes, infection prevention practices, and EHC policies and procedures.
• Immediately report unsafe conditions, hazards, accidents, injuries, equipment malfunctions, security concerns, or other facility issues to the Facilities Director.
• Participate in fire drills, emergency preparedness activities, exercises, inspections, and other safety activities as requested.
• Assist with facility preparation before, during, and after severe weather events, emergencies, utility interruptions, and other disruptions.
• Maintain familiarity with EHC emergency procedures and assist with implementation of those procedures when directed.
• Properly use personal protective equipment and follow established safety procedures.
• Maintain confidentiality and respect patient privacy while working throughout clinical and administrative areas.

General Responsibilities:

• Maintain a professional, courteous, and cooperative relationship with patients, visitors, employees, vendors, and contractors.
• Communicate regularly with the Facilities Director regarding completed work, outstanding work orders, supply needs, facility deficiencies, and recommended repairs.
• Maintain assigned tools, equipment, supplies, and work areas in a clean, safe, and organized condition.
• Participate in required training and education and maintain any required certifications.
• Assist with maintaining records, logs, inspection documentation, preventive maintenance schedules, and other facilities documentation as assigned.
• Be willing and able to travel between all EHC locations on a regular or as-needed basis.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as requested by the Facilities Director.

MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in housekeeping, janitorial services, facilities maintenance, building maintenance, construction, or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of building and grounds maintenance.
• Ability to safely use common hand tools and basic power tools.
• Good attention to detail and strong work ethic.
• Ability to recognize and report cleaning, maintenance, safety, and facility needs.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments.
• Ability to work independently with appropriate direction and supervision.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously with other staff, patients, visitors, vendors, and the public.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to participate in required training and maintain required certifications.
• Ability and willingness to work at and travel between EHC locations as needed; therefore a valid driver’s license and current vehicle insurance are required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

COMPREHENSION:

Understands and applies routine and non-routine verbal and written instructions. Able to understand basic maintenance, cleaning, safety, and facility-related procedures.

ORGANIZATION:

Organizes and prioritizes an individual work schedule to manage multiple tasks and projects. Able to respond appropriately when priorities change.

DECISION MAKING:

Recognizes routine facility and maintenance issues and takes appropriate action within the scope of the position. Identifies situations requiring notification or assistance from the Facilities Director or a qualified outside professional.

COMMUNICATION:

Communicates routine and basic information clearly and professionally. Able to report maintenance concerns, safety hazards, supply needs, work completed, and other relevant information to the Facilities Director.

TEAMWORK:

Works cooperatively with EHC staff, patients, visitors, contractors, and vendors. Demonstrates a willingness to assist other departments when facilities-related support is needed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. Ability to frequently walk, stand, bend, kneel, squat, reach, climb stairs, and work from ladders or step stools as appropriate. Ability to push and pull cleaning equipment, carts, tools, supplies, and other materials. Ability to perform repetitive cleaning and maintenance activities.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Ability to work indoors and outdoors and in varying temperatures and conditions. May be exposed to cleaning chemicals, dust, noise, bodily fluids, weather conditions, and other conditions associated with healthcare facilities, housekeeping, and building maintenance. Appropriate training and personal protective equipment will be provided as required.

POSITION EXPECTATIONS:

The Facilities Technician is expected to demonstrate:

• Dependability and consistent attendance.
• Pride in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
• Attention to detail.
• Initiative and self-direction.
• Professionalism and respectful communication.
• Ability to identify problems and communicate them appropriately.
• Willingness to learn new skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of the EHC team.
• Commitment to patients, staff, and workplace safety.
• Respect for confidentiality and the healthcare environment.

The Facilities Technician is expected to recognize the limits of their training and authority and seek guidance from the Facilities Director when a repair, maintenance issue, safety concern, or other situation requires specialized knowledge, licensing, or outside assistance.

Performs other related duties deemed necessary by the Facilities Director.