Healthcare Facilities Specialist

Capital Health (US); Trenton (NJ); On-site; USD 33,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

FSA

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Capital Health is seeking a Healthcare Facilities Specialist to keep hospital equipment running smoothly and ensure building systems stay compliant with DNV and OSHA standards. A current driver’s license is required, with 40-hour weekly work.

The role coordinates the Bed Repair Program, monitors alarms, and maintains essential life safety documentation to support patient care and operational continuity.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a related field; relevant experience may substitute.
• 3+ years in commercial, institutional or healthcare facility maintenance with degree; 5+ years with high school diploma.

Responsibilities

• Manage bed and stretcher repair program and track maintenance tickets.
• Monitor facility temperature alarms and life safety inspections.
• Coordinate with internal teams and contractors for timely building repairs.
• Maintain regulatory logs and support fire inspections and DNV/OSHA readiness.
• Support emergency response and staff safety training.

Skills

Facility maintenance

Safety compliance

Equipment troubleshooting

Communication

Education

Associate's degree

Job description

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

Pay Range

$24.02 - $31.22

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Position Overview

SUMMARY (Basic Purpose of the Job): The Healthcare Facilities Specialist keeps hospital equipment running smoothly and ensures building systems stay fully safe and compliant. This role coordinates daily operations for the patient bed and stretcher repair programs, monitors critical facility temperature alarms and maintains essential life safety and preventative maintenance documentation. The role also verifies that hospital facilities meet all DNV and OSHA standards to protect patient care and support operational continuity. Note: this position requires a current driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Associate's degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a formal degree.

Experience: Three years of hands-on experience in commercial, institutional or healthcare facility maintenance operations when accompanied by an Associate’s degree. Five years of hands-on experience in commercial, institutional or healthcare facility maintenance operations when accompanied by a high school diploma or equivalent.

Other Credentials: Drivers License

Knowledge and Skills: Solid understanding of acute care hospital operations, with a focus on patient flow, capacity and equipment readiness. Working knowledge of healthcare facility safety codes, including OSHA regulations, ADA accessibility and NFPA life safety standards. Familiarity with automated work order platforms, inventory data entry applications and commercial property maintenance tools. Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook. Clear verbal and written communication skills.

Mental, Behavioral and Emotional Abilities: Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for resolving disagreements and building positive working relationships. Demonstrated ability to remain steady and professional during stressful situations or in a fast-paced environment. A natural ability to pivot and stay effective when priorities shift or unexpected needs arise.

Usual Work Day: 8 Hours

Essential Functions

• Manage the facility temperature monitoring system, actively responding to and escalating critical alerts to protect climate-sensitive clinical environments
• Coordinate the Bed Repair Program, tracking maintenance tickets to ensure the timely turnaround and availability of patient-ready beds and stretchers
• Coordinate with internal hospital teams and outside contractors to ensure building repairs and facility maintenance issues are resolved quickly
• Conduct routine facility safety inspections to identify and resolve environmental barriers to a safe and clean environment of care
• Maintain preventative maintenance schedules to ensure compliance with required life safety inspections, system tests and building codes
• Organize internal documentation and regulatory logs to support seamless fire inspections and DNV survey readiness frameworks
• Support emergency response and continuity efforts during building crises, including power outages, floods or utility failures
• Conduct and support staff training sessions and safety drills to help the team practice emergency procedures and meet state safety laws
• Perform other duties as assigned

Physical Demands And Work Environment

Frequent physical demands include: Sitting, Standing, Walking

Occasional physical demands include: Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders), Carry objects, Push/Pull, Twisting, Bending, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Squat/kneel/crawl, Wrist position deviation, Pinching/fine motor activities, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Taste or Smell

Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear

Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.

Sensory Requirements include Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: N/A

This Position Is Eligible For The Following Benefits

• Medical Plan
• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Healthcare FSA
• Dependent Care FSA
• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan
• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)
• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Commuter Transit
• Commuter Parking
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Spouse
• Voluntary Life Employee
• Voluntary Life Child
• Voluntary Legal Services
• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance
• Voluntary Pet Insurance
• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level.

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.