Maintenance Technician

Advocate Health Care; Ardmore (NC); On-site; USD 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a skilled Facilities Maintenance Technician to perform comprehensive maintenance of hospital facilities and equipment in a 40-hour weekly role based in North Carolina. The position requires a valid driver’s license and the ability to read blueprints and manuals.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, emergency repairs, and routine grounds and building tasks. The role emphasizes safe operation of mechanical and electrical systems and effective

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Driver's license required.
• 2–4 years of experience in equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with codes and standards, documented in CMMS.
• Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs mechanical equipment (motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, etc.) within defined parameters.
• Maintains patient care equipment (beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables) as needed.
• Maintains mechanical/electrical systems (HVAC, pumps, piping, gas systems, electrical) within defined parameters.
• Performs general maintenance in grounds, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.
• Responds to emergencies and implements repairs per plans.
• Responds to building occupant requests promptly.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and safety checks on equipment.
• Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, and firewalls.

Skills

CMMS

Building Automation System

Microsoft Office

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS

Building Automation System

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Department: 11607 Non Enterprise Corporate - Engineers Status: Full time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hours Per Week: 40 Schedule Details/Additional Information: various Pay Range: $26.55 - $39.85

Major Responsibilities

• Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. within defined parameters and with a moderate level of guidance/assistance.
• Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments
• Proficient level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. within defined parameters and with a moderate level of guidance/assistance.
• Performs other routine to moderately complex general maintenance functions in the area’s grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.
• Respond and make repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc. as directed or within defined emergency response plans.
• Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner.
• Performs zone maintenance rounding.
• Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.
• Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.

Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required

Driver's license required.

Education Required

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Experience Required

2-4 Years of Experience in equipment maintenance

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

Basic computer skills such as CMMS, building automation system, Microsoft Office. Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday. Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance. Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force. Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions. Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards. Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.

Our Commitment to You

• Compensation Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
• Benefits and more
• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. This is Transformation One shared purpose brought us together. Now, as one of the 10 largest not-for-profit, integrated health systems in the United States, our combined strength and stability drives us forward. Starting with You Caring for nearly 3 million people has inspired a transformation. One in which the patient’s experience guides our vision and empowers us to offer new possibilities in our communities. Reshaping Access What is access? It’s offering more sites of care than any other health system in the Midwest. But there’s a new frontier. Access is exploring the latest technologies to deliver care to patients exactly where they are and exactly when they need it Inspiring Professionals With our dynamically inclusive workforce and strong connections to the places where we live and work, we’ll touch more lives and contribute to stronger and more vibrant communities. Transforming Care We’re redefining the standard for care with world-class doctors and caregivers, innovative solutions, outstanding outcomes, and leading-edge research and clinical trials. Combined, Advocate and Aurora are recognized for clinical excellence in: Cardiovascular Care Neurosciences Gynecology Oncology Pediatrics Primary Care Neurology Geriatrics Trauma Care