Facility Staff

NorthShore Health Centers; Portage (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NorthShore Health Centers is seeking a Facilities staff member to maintain a clean, safe, and functional environment across all locations. Responsibilities include performing minor repairs, painting, shelving installation, and equipment upkeep in a healthcare setting.

The role requires strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and excellent communication. Collaboration with the Director and Facilities team supports safety plans and efficient daily operations.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• One year of facilities, maintenance, and/or mechanical experience in a healthcare setting or related field.
• Minimum education includes a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred education includes an Associate's degree in business, leadership, or healthcare related studies.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Make minor repairs to doors, windows, walls, floors, hardware, fixtures, equipment, etc., using appropriate carpentry and other tools.
• Change fixtures, filters, light bulbs, etc, as needed.
• Install items such as shelving, cabinets, etc., using appropriate carpentry tools.
• Paint and wallpaper NorthShore Health Centers buildings using brushes, rollers, spray equipment, paints, primers and lacquers.
• Assemble, install, and/or repair facility furnishings and fixtures; perform minor equipment repairs.
• Maintain and clean tools, equipment, materials and job sites.
• Support safety plans and procedures; participate in safety trainings.
• Adhere to Compliance guidelines and assist Director/Facilities team as needed.

Skills

Facilities maintenance

Troubleshooting

Customer service

Safety awareness

Communication

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in business or healthcare (preferred)

Tools

Carpentry tools

Job description

Summary/ObjectiveFacilities staff ensures an attractive environment throughout each NorthShore facility location by performing the following duties.Essential FunctionsMakes minor repairs to doors, windows, walls, floors, hardware, fixtures, equipment, etc., using appropriate carpentry and other tools.Changes fixtures, filters, light bulbs, etc, as needed.Installs items such as shelving, cabinets, etc., using appropriate carpentry and other tools.Paints and wallpapers NSHC buildings, using brushes, rollers, spray equipment, paints, primers and lacquers.Assembles, installs, and/or repairs facility furnishings and fixtures;Makes minor repairs on equipment such as lawn mower, spreader, and snow removal equipment.Cleans and maintains tools, equipment, materials and work sites.Notifies Director or Facilities Lead of repairs or maintenance when needed.Helps Manager write safety plans, check lists and policies.Conducts safety training with Director when assigned.Provides help to the Director for improving and updating safety policies, procedures and safety program.Promotes and displays knowledge of safety consciousness, universal precautions, and proper body mechanics; uses equipment and materials properly according to training and/or guidelinesPerforms other tasks and duties as assigned by the manager in an efficient, effective and cost-conscious manner.All other duties as assigned by the Director of Facilities, Facilities Lead, CEO or CAO.Follows NorthShore Health Centers’ Compliance guidelines at all times.*These essential functions are a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, and are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The position will include other duties as assigned and duties are subject to change at management's discretion.CompetenciesPlanning and strategic foresightResponsible Decision MakingIntegrity and accountabilityInnovation and creativityAdaptive and flexibleLeadership, teamwork, and conflict resolutionProfessionalism and work ethicEmpathyWork EnvironmentWork is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent personal and telephone contact with patients, physicians, and other healthcare personnel. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.TravelTravel outside of Northshore locations will be rare for this position.Role QualificationsMust be at least 18 years of ageMust have reliable transportationHigh school diploma or equivalentValid Driver’s LicenseValid Automotive InsurancePreferred Experience RequirementsOne year of facilities, maintenance, and/or mechanical experience working within a healthcare setting or related field.Minimum Education RequirementsHigh school diploma or equivalentPreferred Education RequirementAssociate's degree in business, leadership, or healthcare related studies.Required SkillsAbility to analyze situations and solve problems at strategic and tactical levelsExcellent interpersonal and customer service skillsAbility to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policiesAbility to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization's hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factorsPracticed at organization and planningEmploy Critical thinking and problem solvingMaintains composure and operates with emotional intelligenceEthical reasoning and decision-makingStrong attention to detailReceptive and responsive to feedbackExcellent verbal and written communication skillsTime management, prioritization, and sense of urgencyProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related softwarePhysical RequirementsWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to sit and/or stand for prolonged periods, work longer than eight (8) hour shifts, and to work both day/evening/weekend shifts. Work may include hand dexterity as well as the need to reach, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs. While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to talk and hear. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to focus. Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the described essential functions of the job.