General Maintenance II

UVM Health - Central Vermont Medical Center; Berlin (VT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - Central Vermont Medical Center is seeking a skilled General Maintenance professional to join our facilities team. The role focuses on preventive and corrective maintenance to ensure safe and comfortable buildings and equipment, with a proactive mindset and commitment to safety.

The ideal candidate will have experience in plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs, plus ability to read blueprints and interpret repair instructions, and will be ready to rotate shifts and handle

Qualifications

• 1 year of formal training in a skilled trade or 2–3 years of on-the-job maintenance experience.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and repair instructions.
• Willingness to rotate shifts and respond to off-hour emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on boilers, pumps, compressors, and fans.
• Read and interpret blueprints and repair instructions.
• Document maintenance activities and equipment status.
• Rotate shifts and respond to off-hour emergencies.

Skills

Technical proficiency

Basic plumbing/electrical/mechanical

Preventive maintenance

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Communication & teamwork

Adaptability & reliability

Seasonal tasks

Education

Formal training in a skilled trade

2–3 years on-the-job maintenance training

Job description

Woodridge is currenting seeking a skilled and dependable General Maintenance professional to join our facilities team. This role is responsible for performing a wide range of preventive and corrective maintenance tasks to ensure the safety, functionality, and comfort of our buildings and equipment. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical knowledge, a proactive attitude, and a commitment to safety and service excellence.

Core Copentencies & Skills

• Technical Proficiency
• Demonstrated ability to perform basic plumbing, electrical, and mechanical repairs.
• Skilled in preventive maintenance of equipment such as boilers, pumps, compressors, and fans.
• Familiarity with DDC temperature control systems, oil-fired water heaters, and automatic water softeners.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical repair instructions.
• Problem Solving & Decision Making
• Capable of diagnosing and resolving maintenance issues independently.
• Uses sound judgment when responding to emergency calls or unexpected repairs.
• Maintains accurate records of maintenance activities, equipment status, and repairs.
• Safety & Compliance
• Adheres to all safety protocols including universal precautions, PPE use, and hazardous material handling.
• Conducts and documents monthly fire drills and emergency generator tests.
• Reports policy or safety violations promptly and follows escalation procedures.
• Communication & Teamwork
• Responds professionally to maintenance and security calls from staff.
• Collaborates effectively with team members and other departments.
• Provides supervision and guidance to diversional work programs as needed.
• Adaptability & Reliability
• Willingness to rotate shifts and respond to off-hour emergencies.
• Flexibility to work across multiple facilities under CVMC, Inc.
• Performs seasonal tasks such as mowing, raking, and snow removal.

Experience

One year of formal training in a skilled trade or two to three years of on-the-job training experience in plant maintenance.

Benefits

At UVMH - Central Vermont Medical Center, our compassion for patients is rooted in the passion for our employees. Review our benefit summary at: https://www.uvmhealthnetworkcareers.org/benefits.html