Maintenance Technician

Blue-Ridge-Medical-Center; Arrington (VA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Ridge Medical Center is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure the main campus and satellite locations are well-maintained and in safe working order. You will set up and relocate furniture and non-IT workstation items, assist with budgeting for the facilities department, and may support housekeeping tasks to keep facilities clean and orderly.

Responsibilities include inspecting facilities, performing general maintenance, and ensuring compliance with OSHA and building codes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two years of maintenance technician experience.
• Valid Virginia driver’s license with 0–5 merit points and no major violations.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe, clean facilities meeting health and safety regulations.
• Inspect facilities regularly and schedule repairs as needed.
• Perform general maintenance, repairs, and renovations across BRMC locations.
• Replace filters, light bulbs, and other fixtures as required.
• Assist with parking lots, sidewalks, and stairways maintenance including snow/ice removal.

Skills

OSHA standards

Lifting up to 50 lbs

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

EOE Statement Blue Ridge Medical Center is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Description

Job Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for ensuring that the Blue Ridge Medical Center (BRMC) main campus and satellite locations are well-maintained, and that equipment and fixtures used by employees are safe and in excellent working order. The Maintenance Technician is responsible for setting up and relocating furniture and non-IT workstation items. They work with the Director of Building Operations to plan the budget for the facilities department, including repairs and maintenance. The Maintenance Technician may be assigned special projects and committee membership. They may also assist the housekeeping staff in performing daily cleaning services to ensure that all facilities are in a clean and orderly state. They must demonstrate a sincere dedication and loyalty to the mission, vision, and core values of BRMC.

Essential Job Duties and Functions

• Ensure safe and well-maintained facilities that meet health and safety regulations.
• Inspect facilities on a regular basis, making sure facilities are neat and clean and that any repairs needed are scheduled.
• Performs general maintenance, repairs, and renovations at all BRMC locations including but not limited to painting, wiring, general construction, plumbing, etc.
• Replace filters, light bulbs, and other fixtures as needed.
• Assists with the maintenance of parking lots, sidewalks, and stairways including snow and ice removal.
• Operate a work order information system, tracking requests, ensuring that work is completed in a timely manner, and providing feedback to requestors regarding work progress and completion.
• Produce and submit purchase orders for purchases, repairs, and maintenance.
• Ensure that assigned projects are on schedule and within budget.
• Handle emergency situations in a prompt and effective manner.
• Maintain compliance with applicable rules and regulations (OSHA, building codes, fire code, etc.)
• Performs all duties in compliance with established safety and infection control policies and procedures.
• Provide regular verbal and written project status updates to the Director of Building Operations.
• Participate in strategy and planning meetings as assigned.
• Performs other necessary duties assigned by the Director of Building Operations.

Starting Compensation Range: $20.99 - $25.48

Position Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent. Completion of technically based courses, training, or work experience in such fields as electricity, HVAC, landscaping, ground maintenance, general construction, etc.
• A minimum of two years' experience as a maintenance technician. Hands on knowledge of facility repair and the ability to focus on long-term priorities across several facilities.
• Possession of a valid Virginia Motor Vehicle operator’s license with 0 to +5 merit points and no major moving violations (reckless driving, DUI, racing, hit and run, etc.).

Required Skills

Must be able to work effectively with all levels of employees, providers, and management as well as vendors and contractors. Must have knowledge of and ability to work with computer programs and office equipment. Ability to use basic maintenance and construction tools to carry out basic repair and maintenance tasks. Knowledge of OSHA standards. Ability to lift, carry and handle equipment, supplies and other worksite materials (up to 50 lbs.) needed in routine and emergency functions. Strict adherence to organizational policies regarding confidentiality, understanding that all matters related to patient business and the business of the organization are confidential.

Working Conditions

• This position is a full-time FLSA non-exempt position. May require work more than 40 hours per week to meet the center’s needs and accomplish the duties of this position. Additional hours may be necessary to cover for vacations or other absences of the Facilities staff, snow operations, or other emergencies.
• Comply with and set example of compliance with BRMC’s policies/procedures/practices; comply with legal requirements for non-profit organizations.
• Perform and complete duties under stress and demands from different sources and meet strict deadlines.
• Tolerate prolonged computer related exposure. Able to sit or stand at a workstation for long periods of time.
• May be exposed to hostile or emotional clients, family members, and staff, as well as disturbing or sensitive information.
• May be exposed to infectious diseases and medical waste.

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift -not applicable-

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Location Arrington - Main Campus

About the Organization

Founded in 1985 in beautiful Nelson County, Virginia, Blue Ridge Medical Center (BRMC) offers primary care, pediatrics, dentistry, x-ray, lab, physical therapy, pharmacy, and behavioral health services. BRMC is a 501(c)3 non-profit Federally Qualified Health Center and a certified Patient-Centered Medical Home. The Center is accredited by the Joint Commission and is a leading practitioner of population health and care management programs. We currently provide integrated health services at locations in Nelson, Amherst, and Appomattox Counties.

Our mission is to improve access to comprehensive primary care and to reduce health disparities for all people in our community. Our Vision is to be a vital, vibrant health center, recognized as the preferred provider of health care for the people in our community.

This position is currently accepting applications.