Hospital Facilities & Life Safety Technician

Freedom Behavioral; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Life and Disability

Job summary

Freedom Behavioral Hospital in Monroe, LA, seeks a Maintenance Tech to support Environment of Care (EOC) and Life Safety. Responsibilities include campus maintenance, facilities upkeep, and safety oversight for patients, staff, and visitors.

Education or experience in building trades with life safety emphasis is preferred, with 3–5 years in healthcare settings. Essential skills include strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities; proficiency with PCs and reading

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or experience in the building trades with an emphasis on life safety and the environment of care of healthcare settings.
• 3-5 years in a hospital or nursing home setting.
• Basic maintenance in a healthcare setting including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, painting, etc.

Responsibilities

• Oversee campus maintenance and environmental services operations.
• Maintain the physical plant including building, grounds, and all maintenance needs; support EOC and Life Safety compliance.
• Assist the director and ensure safety of patients, staff, and visitors through proper facilities operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical problem solving

Reading & comprehension

PC computer skills

DSM V literacy

Medical/psychiatric knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or building trades experience

Job description

Freedom Behavioral Hospital in Monroe, LA, seeks a Maintenance Tech to support Environment of Care (EOC) and Life Safety. Responsibilities include campus maintenance, facilities upkeep, and safety oversight for patients, staff, and visitors.

Education or experience in building trades with life safety emphasis is preferred, with 3–5 years in healthcare settings. Essential skills include strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities; proficiency with PCs and reading