General Maintenance Technician (Unlicensed)

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Dallas, Newton, Trenton (TX, MA, NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Maintenance Technician to ensure the smooth operation of equipment and systems within the hospital environment. This role involves preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs across various systems, including HVAC and fire alarms. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a high school diploma or equivalent. If you thrive in a dynamic setting and enjoy working as part of a team, this opportunity could be your next career move.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience in hospital maintenance.
• Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Monitors and repairs equipment and systems supporting the hospital.
• Performs plumbing and electrical tasks as needed.
• Documents work requests and responds to service requests.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to work well with others

Education

High school diploma or trade school graduate

Job description

Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on equipment and systems supporting the hospital, medical buildings, and other campus buildings. Responds to routine service requests. Functions as maintenance shift coverage evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays as required.

Responsibilities:

1. Monitors, inspects, maintains, troubleshoots, resets, and repairs equipment, machinery, and systems supporting the hospital and campus buildings. These include, but are not limited to, machine rooms, HVAC systems, fire alarm systems, nitrogen, nitrous oxide, oxygen, medical vacuum systems, locks and hardware, nurse call system, and tube system.
2. Performs plumbing tasks such as unclogging drains, replacing faucet washers, and toilet repairs.
3. Performs electrical work such as changing fuses, resetting circuit breakers, and replacing light bulbs. All other electrical work must be performed by licensed electricians.
4. Repairs various hospital equipment and furniture.
5. Replaces ceiling and floor tiles and makes minor carpet repairs as needed.
6. Documents all work requests and work performed on shift logs.
7. Performs assigned shift readings and completes appropriate documentation.
8. Responds to emergency codes and building system alarms.
9. Responds to service requests dispatched via work order system, Voalte, or direct page.
10. Acknowledges and silences fire alarm systems, HVAC equipment, and generator equipment following failures.
11. Provides assistance to all trades as required.
12. If designated to sign waste manifests, attends Hazardous Waste Management (RCRA) and DOT training as required by law, and completes annual hospital online training through the Healthcare Learning Center (HLC).
13. Submits log sheets and/or work orders each shift as backup documentation.

Job Requirements:

• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work well with others and confront issues appropriately.
• High school diploma or trade school graduate.
• 1-3 years of experience in hospital maintenance.

Work Schedule:

2nd Shift: Monday and Tuesday, 3:30 PM to 11:30 PM

1st Shift: Wednesday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM

Additional Information:

Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities throughout the application and employment process.