Facilities Technician I

ThedaCare; Shawano (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coaching

Relaxation rooms

Daycare

Job summary

ThedaCare is seeking a Facilities Technician I at ThedaCare Medical Center - Shawano in Shawano, Wisconsin. The role focuses on scheduled and unscheduled maintenance across electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and carpentry, ensuring a safe, clean, and efficient facility for patients and staff.

Responsibilities include responding to facility needs, performing inspections, ordering parts, and attending training to maintain certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• One year of technical/trade school training or one year of experience in maintenance or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Electrical: replacement or repair of light fixtures, ballasts, bulbs, sockets and related components.
• Plumbing: replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets; unclogging drains.
• HVAC: replacement of filters, cleaning coils, and maintenance of related systems.

Skills

Maintenance

Electrical

Plumbing

HVAC

Carpentry

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Why ThedaCare? Living A Life Inspired! Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare.

Summary

The Facilities Technician I performs scheduled and unscheduled building maintenance tasks such as general maintenance, carpentry, electrical, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, plumbing, power plant, painting, and building and grounds. Works efficiently to maintain ThedaCare facilities in a safe and pleasant condition.

Key Accountabilities

• 1. Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs minimizing risks to patients and team members to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service.
• 2. Maintains compliance with safety procedures and city, county, state, and national ordinances and codes.
• 3. Inspects buildings, systems, components, and other structures to determine functional status of the equipment.
• 4. Detects malfunctions and the need for repairs by making notes and recommendations within a standardized maintenance program.
• 5. Orders parts and maintains required documents.
• 6. Performs other work as assigned.
• 7. Attends training sessions and seminars to achieve and/or maintain qualifications or certifications.

Maintenance Responsibilities

• Electrical equipment including replacement or repair of light fixtures, ballasts, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, and cords using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools.
• Plumbing equipment and systems including replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, and miscellaneous repairs.
• HVAC equipment and systems including replacement of filters, belts, clean coils, and intake screens, cleaning and replacement of piping and tubing for ice machines and refrigerators, and cleaning and sanitizing of water and refrigeration equipment to ensure the facility meets all healthcare environment standards.
• Power plant equipment and systems (i.e., boilers, hot and cold water systems, chiller plants, and water softener systems).
• General building maintenance (i.e., build, install, and/or modify campus workspaces, hang doors, fix locks and handles, move equipment and furnishings) to accommodate user needs and maximize space using various hand, power, and specialty tools, dollies, and hand trucks.
• Patient care equipment, fire detection and extinguishing system, and ancillary healthcare systems (i.e., tube system).
• General carpentry work including repair or replacement of cabinetry, shelves, furniture, doors, and hardware.
• Prepares surfaces by applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces.
• Inspects, caulks, and repairs fire and smoke walls.
• Hangs pictures, banners, frames, etc., according to ThedaCare standards.
• Exterior buildings and grounds.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age
• One year of technical/trade school training or one year of experience in maintenance or a related field

Physical Demands

Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance. Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Work Environment

• Occasional exposure to sharp objects and instruments
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
• Frequent high noise level in work environment
• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
• Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Scheduled FTE: 1

Location: ThedaCare Medical Center - Shawano - Shawano,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt: No

Worker Shift Details: Days

About ThedaCare

ThedaCare is a community health system consisting of seven hospitals, numerous clinics and related services. We are the third largest health care employer in Wisconsin and the largest employer in the state's second largest economic market - Northeast Wisconsin - with approximately 6,800 employees. Through our 100-year history, ThedaCare has woven itself into the very fabric of the communities we serve. For our employees, ThedaCare offers an environment that not only welcomes but also encourages innovative thinking and fresh approaches to today’s health care challenges. We’ve improved the health of thousands of individuals. We know this because we track our quality and constantly seek to improve our care and services for the members of our communities.

This job posting is available in other languages besides English free of charge.

ThedaCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ThedaCare complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, ancestry, color, religion, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, medical condition, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.