Hospital Facilities Technician (2nd Shift)

UP Health System – Portage; Hancock Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition assistance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

UP Health System – Portage is seeking a Maintenance Worker to join the Plant Operations team in Michigan. The role involves monitoring the facility’s conditions, performing repairs, and coordinating with departments to keep the hospital’s systems operational.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of hospital maintenance experience, strong English communication, and basic computer skills. Shift: 2:30 PM start; weekends every 3rd weekend.

Qualifications

• Education: High School diploma or the equivalent.
• Requirements: At least 2 years' experience with maintenance preferably in a hospital setting.
• Familiarity with Joint Commission and regulatory policies highly preferred.
• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be able to operate heavy and outdoor equipment.

Responsibilities

• Reports daily to the Director of Plant Operations on facility conditions and progress.
• Maintains standards of quality and productivity for the facility and its building systems.
• Assists in administering the maintenance program for uninterrupted operation of the physical plant.
• Coordinates with other departments to plan schedules, priorities, and material needs.
• Performs maintenance, repair, alterations, minor construction, and equipment servicing.
• Maintains stock levels of materials within budget constraints.
• Ensures compliance with energy management program and related regulations.
• Coordinates fire and safety measures with Safety and Security Departments as requested.
• Participates in performance improvement activities.

Skills

Effective communication

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Heavy equipment operation

Basic computer skills

Job description

UP Health System – Portage is seeking a Maintenance Worker to join the Plant Operations team in Michigan. The role involves monitoring the facility’s conditions, performing repairs, and coordinating with departments to keep the hospital’s systems operational.

The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of hospital maintenance experience, strong English communication, and basic computer skills. Shift: 2:30 PM start; weekends every 3rd weekend.