Hospital Facility Maintenance Technician

Southwest Health System; Cortez (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

PTO

Employee discounts

403(b) plan

EAP

Job summary

Southwest Health System is seeking a Plant Operations Technician I/II to help keep our rural hospital safe, reliable, and ready for patient care around the clock. The role covers basic repairs, preventive maintenance, and hands-on tasks across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

You will work in a dynamic environment, coordinating with facilities and care teams while documenting inspections and routines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, security, Hazmat preferred.
• Clear English communication (verbal and written).
• Basic computer knowledge; strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform basic repairs and preventive maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
• Assist with plumbing and electrical tasks: replace switches, outlets, fuses, small fixtures, vacuum outlets.
• Adjust thermostats to maintain comfortable, consistent temperatures.
• Install hangings: pictures, bulletin boards, cabinets; perform light painting and related tasks.
• Inspect facilities and equipment; maintain records of inspections, PMs, and repairs.
• Provide semi-skilled maintenance across mechanical, electrical, and building systems; ensure safety code compliance.
• As skills grow, duties may expand; may supervise 1–2 less-skilled workers.

Skills

English communication

Customer service

Basic computer skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Southwest Health System is seeking a Plant Operations Technician I/II to help keep our rural hospital safe, reliable, and ready for patient care around the clock. The role covers basic repairs, preventive maintenance, and hands-on tasks across mechanical, electrical, and building systems.

You will work in a dynamic environment, coordinating with facilities and care teams while documenting inspections and routines.