Hospital Facilities Technician (PRN) – Systems & Equipment

Sioux Center Health; Sioux Center (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Avera DeSmet Memorial Hospital is seeking a PRN Facilities Maintenance worker to perform inspections, repairs, and routine maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems. The role involves ensuring a safe, compliant facility environment and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The position requires flexibility to work as needed, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license, with training or experience in maintenance or technical trades.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Three to six months related experience or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Performs building inspections, replacing parts, cleaning, and overseeing heating and plumbing, outdoor grounds & landscaping, and snow & ice removal all which insures a safe facility environment.
• Performs basic carpentry and maintenance work for the facility and fixtures including but not limited to, painting and preparation work, remodeling projects, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Performs and completes routine repair and maintenance on machines and/or equipment including, but not limited to, beds, wheelchairs, kitchen equipment, furniture, office equipment, or other related mechanical devices on a scheduled basis or as requested.
• Responsible for monitoring, operating, inspecting, repairing, testing, and cleaning all equipment and related activities that bring steam or chilled water to air handling systems, sterilizers, etc.
• Verification of work order assignments and priorities, and completes as assigned. Keeps work areas neat and orderly.
• Performs and manages preventative maintenance program of facility building, grounds, equipment, and vehicles. Creates PM schedule to complete PM rounds, maintains logs and records of servicing according to the PM program.
• Responds to facility emergency codes and demonstrates sound understanding of emergency protocols. Assists with, conducts, and documents drill such as fire, emergency weather, etc., participates in safety inspections and lockdown procedures. Informs leadership of safety concerns and makes recommendations regarding facility safety issues. Insures proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety policies and procedures.
• Remove equipment, trash and hazardous waste material according to local, state, federal, and OSHA guidelines. May be responsible for recyclable materials and disposal of confidential documents. Maintains records of all state and OSHA regulations as well as medical waste records.
• Work collaboratively with contractors and vendors to ensure contracted work is completed thoroughly and timely.
• Maybe be assigned other tasks within the scope of responsibility such as off-site errands, patient transports, deliveries, minor housekeeping, inventory, parts ordering, etc.

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Drivers License - Licensing Board

Job description

Avera DeSmet Memorial Hospital is seeking a PRN Facilities Maintenance worker to perform inspections, repairs, and routine maintenance of buildings, equipment, and systems. The role involves ensuring a safe, compliant facility environment and supporting a multidisciplinary team in delivering high-quality patient care.

The position requires flexibility to work as needed, a high school diploma or GED, and a valid driver's license, with training or experience in maintenance or technical trades.