Hospital Grounds Technician — Day Shift

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Technician to upkeep the exterior spaces and parking structures, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming healthcare environment. You will perform routine grounds maintenance between contractor visits, assist with snow removal, monitor safety, and help with minor repairs.

A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required, along with basic computer skills and the ability to read drawings and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read and interpret building drawings, equipment manuals and manufacturer specifications.
• Ability to identify and requisition tools, equipment and materials needed for maintenance and repair work.
• Basic computer skills, including email, internet research, and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Ability to safely operate groundskeeping, snow-removal and general maintenance equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Maintains safe, clean and professional hospital grounds, exterior areas and parking structures.
• Performs routine grounds upkeep between scheduled landscaping and snow-removal contractor visits.
• Removes litter, leaves, branches and other exterior debris.
• Completes minor trimming, weeding and landscaping touch-ups.
• Addresses minor snow and ice conditions between contractor services.
• Keeps entrances, sidewalks, ramps, stairwells and pedestrian routes clean and accessible.
• Inspects grounds and parking structures for hazards, damage and maintenance concerns.
• Monitors contractor performance and reports service deficiencies.
• Performs general maintenance duties inside the hospital as assigned.
• Completes minor repairs involving doors, hardware, walls, ceilings, flooring, plumbing fixtures and other building components.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, is seeking a Grounds Maintenance Technician to upkeep the exterior spaces and parking structures, ensuring a safe, clean, and welcoming healthcare environment. You will perform routine grounds maintenance between contractor visits, assist with snow removal, monitor safety, and help with minor repairs.

A high school diploma and valid driver’s license are required, along with basic computer skills and the ability to read drawings and