General Maintenance Technician II

The Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 57,653,000 - 72,065,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries & benefits that 0

403(b) retirement with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Free on-campus parking

Career growth opportunities

Guaranteed hours and set schedule

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital is seeking a skilled Maintenance Worker to perform general maintenance across hospital facilities, including electrical, plumbing and carpentry tasks to support safe patient care. Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, equipment repairs, lighting checks, and snow removal.

You will work from days or nights with potential overtime, under supervision, using a range of trades skills.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of general maintenance procedures.
• Ability to set up and operate various tools and equipment inherent to repair and maintenance of hospital equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Knowledge of safe use of equipment.
• Ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routines, procedures and skills in the function of a maintenance worker.
• Ability to read blueprints and specifications to determine the procedure of assembling and/or maintaining hospital equipment, buildings and grounds.
• Basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry and painting as it relates to various duties.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in times of need and emergency situations.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical repairs such as, removal, replacement of switches, ballasts, motors, motor controls, etc.
• Performs plumbing such as, drains, fixtures, rodding, cleaning, etc., as assigned.
• Performs minor carpentry such as, the installation and repair of such items as doors, shelving, locks, etc. as needed.
• Performs repairs to plaster, brickwork or concrete as needed. Solders and welds materials, as needed.
• Performs service and preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
• Repairs patient electrical, mechanical and electrical beds and equipment, as assigned, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturers’ specifications.
• Checks all lighting in and around the hospital buildings on a regular basis.
• Replaces bulbs and/or make necessary repairs to fixtures; repairs various types of electrical circuits and devices, as needed; cleans fixtures on a regular basis.
• Checks hospital systems for proper function (i.e., electrical power, air handling units, medical gas, steam boiler operation, hot water, etc.).
• Removes and replaces defective or outdated equipment. Procures necessary parts and materials for jobs.
• Inspects and repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital.
• Cleans work shop and mechanical equipment. Handles hazardous materials carefully, safety and disposes it properly.
• Makes necessary repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital. Performs project work, as assigned.
• Installs new equipment as per manufacturers specifications.
• Performs preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
• Participate in all snow removal and sanding functions.
• Assists other co-workers with trouble-shooting and necessary repairs as well as installation of new service or projects related to Plant operations.
• Seeks a standard of work that is equal to or above that which is required (i.e., applicable codes and standards).
• Regularly adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or installs special functional and structural parts, as required.
• Maintains inventory; reorders parts as necessary and keeps storage area neatly organized.

Skills

General maintenance procedures

Operate tools

Safe equipment usage

Read blueprints/specs

Electrical/plumbing/ carpentry basics

Independent judgment

Hospital maintenance knowledge

Job description

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, Melrose/Wakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers.

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on activities related to the support services functions, such as dietary and food services, environmental services, general facilities, repair and maintenance, parking, sterilization and transportation to ensure all required support activities are completed in a timely manner and meet the organization's quality standards and expectations. In addition, this role focuses on performing the following General Facilities, Repair & Maintenance duties: Operates, monitors and maintains, troubleshoots, repairs and replaces facilities mechanical components and systems such as electrical equipment, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) and plumbing. A technical role that accomplishes work through a specialized knowledge or skills gained through a combination of vocational education, training, apprenticeship (craft, skilled and semi-skilled), and experience. An experienced level role that requires basic knowledge of job procedures and tools obtained through work experience and requires vocational or technical education. Works under moderate supervision, problems are typically of a routine nature, but may at times require interpretation or deviation from standard procedures and communicates information that requires some explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

Performs a variety of general maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspection, servicing, repair, overhaul and construction duties in hospital buildings and grounds areas. Carries out tasks within capabilities involving a variety of maintenance crafts such as sheet metal, plumbing and pipe fitting, carpentry, tile setting, painting, electrical and roof maintenance.

Minimum Qualifications

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. One (1) year of building maintenance.
3. On the job training in one or more building trades.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Completion of a vocational/trade school program.
2. Two (2) years of building maintenance.

What We Offer

• Competitive salaries & benefits that start on day one
• 403(b) retirement with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking
• Career growth opportunities
• Guaranteed hours and set schedule

Location

Lowell General Hospital - 295 Varnum Avenue - Lowell, MA

Hours

40 Hours - Days or Nights - Every other weekend (Sat-Sun) and every other holiday is required. In addition, there may be mandatory OT for shift coverage or emergencies.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Performs electrical repairs such as, removal, replacement of switches, ballasts, motors, motor controls, etc.
2. Performs plumbing such as, drains, fixtures, rodding, cleaning, etc., as assigned.
3. Performs minor carpentry such as, the installation and repair of such items as doors, shelving, locks, etc. as needed.
4. Performs repairs to plaster, brickwork or concrete as needed. Solders and welds materials, as needed.
5. Performs service and preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
6. Repairs patient electrical, mechanical and electrical beds and equipment, as assigned, in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturers’ specifications.
7. Checks all lighting in and around the hospital buildings on a regular basis.
8. Replaces bulbs and/or make necessary repairs to fixtures; repairs various types of electrical circuits and devices, as needed; cleans fixtures on a regular basis.
9. Checks hospital systems for proper function (i.e., electrical power, air handling units, medical gas, steam boiler operation, hot water, etc.).
10. Removes and replaces defective or outdated equipment. Procures necessary parts and materials for jobs.
11. Inspects and repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital.
12. Cleans work shop and mechanical equipment. Handles hazardous materials carefully, safety and disposes it properly.
13. Makes necessary repairs safety equipment installed throughout the hospital. Performs project work, as assigned.
14. Installs new equipment as per manufacturers specifications.
15. Performs preventative maintenance on hospital equipment and systems.
16. Participate in all snow removal and sanding functions.
17. Assists other co-workers with trouble-shooting and necessary repairs as well as installation of new service or projects related to Plant operations.
18. Seeks a standard of work that is equal to or above that which is required (i.e., applicable codes and standards).
19. Regularly adjusts functional parts of devices and control instruments or installs special functional and structural parts, as required.
20. Maintains inventory; reorders parts as necessary and keeps storage area neatly organized.

Physical Requirements

1. Frequent bending, squatting, stooping.
2. Occasional lifting heavy weights occasionally.
3. Prolonged standing, walking, climbing stairs and ladders.
4. May be exposed to hazards from use of tools and power equipment.
5. Requires fine hand coordination to handle tools and other equipment.
6. Requires ability to hear verbal communication and see written or printed information.

Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of general maintenance procedures.
2. Ability to set up and operate various tools and equipment inherent to repair and maintenance of hospital equipment, buildings and grounds.
3. Knowledge of safe use of equipment.
4. Ability to organize and achieve quality performance in new routines, procedures and skills in the function of a maintenance worker.
5. Ability to read blueprints and specifications to determine the procedure of assembling and/or maintaining hospital equipment, buildings and grounds.
6. Basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, carpentry and painting as it relates to various duties.
7. Ability to exercise independent judgment in times of need and emergency situations.

About Lowell General

For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a four-time Magnet-recognized community hospital. As a member of our team, you’ll join over 3,000 dedicated care providers to offer complete, connected care, when and where patients need it most.

Magnet Designation

The American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) honored Lowell General Hospital with Magnet Recognition for excellence in nursing care, our fourth designation achieved in March 2025! The Magnet Recognition Program recognizes healthcare organizations dedicated to nursing excellence, professionalism, and patient-focused care. It is the highest level of recognition an organization can receive for providing the very best quality in patient care. Only nine percent of hospitals in the United States have achieved Magnet status and fewer than one percent of hospitals have achieved a fourth consecutive Magnet designation.

Tufts Medicine Compensation Philosophy

At Tufts Medicine, we want every individual to feel valued for the skills and experience they bring. Our compensation philosophy is designed to offer fair, competitive pay that attracts, retains, and motivates highly talented individuals, while rewarding the important work you do every day. The base pay ranges reflect the minimum qualifications for the role. Individual offers are determined using a comprehensive approach that considers relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity to ensure compensation is fair, consistent, and aligned with our business goals. Beyond base pay, Tufts Medicine provides a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports your health, financial security, and career growth—one of the many ways we invest in you so you can thrive both at work and outside of it. Pay Range: $20.12 - $25.15 based on full-time equivalent