MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Pet Insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center in Bradenton, FL is seeking a skilled Maintenance Technician to perform routine maintenance across our behavioral health facility, ensuring safety and reliable operations for patients and staff.

This intermediate role covers carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical work, and preventive maintenance, with an emphasis on safety and adherence to regulations. Valid Florida driver license required; 2–3 years hospital-related maintenance experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–3 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a behavioral health or hospital setting.
• Must have valid, current Florida Driver License.
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water/sewer systems, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• General facility maintenance including carpentry, painting, drywall, flooring and minor plumbing.
• Troubleshoot electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and HVAC components under supervision.
• Prioritize and close work orders with timely documentation.
• Perform inspections and preventive maintenance per regulatory guidelines.
• Follow safety practices, including PPE use, lockout/tagout and safe ladder/hand-tool operations.
• Navigate behavioral health environments while ensuring patient and staff safety.
• Communicate clearly with clinical staff, patients and vendors using service excellence principles.

Skills

Carpentry basics

Electrical systems

HVAC components

Plumbing

Safety practices

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Power tools

Job description

Responsibilities

Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provides quality mental health care and education services for adolescents, ages 11-17 who are experiencing behavioral, emotional, educational, family and social challenges. The dedicated professionals at Suncoast Behavioral Health Center provide quality mental health treatment for children. The program establishes healthy behaviors and prepares children to transition back home.

Website: https://suncoastbhc.com/

The Maintenance Technician will be responsible to perform routine maintenance duties for Suncoast Behavioral Health Center. The Maintenance Technician will ensure that the facility and property are clean, safe, secure, and functioning at optimum efficiency. This is an intermediate level role within the Plant Operation Department. The maintenance technician is also responsible for completing their assigned safety checks and adheres to all safety regulations and practices.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• General facility maintenance including basic carpentry, painting, drywall, flooring and minor plumbing.
• Skill in troubleshooting electrical systems, mechanical equipment, and HVAC components under supervision.
• Ability to prioritize and close work orders with timely documentation.
• Ability to perform inspections and preventive maintenance per regulatory guidelines.
• Knowledge of safety practices, including PPE use, lockout/tagout and safe ladder/hand-tool operations.
• Ability to navigate behavioral health environments while ensuring patient and staff safety.
• Clear communication with clinical staff, patients and vendors using service excellence principles.

Benefits include:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Pet Insurance
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500® corporation, annual revenues during 2025 were $17.4 billion. In 2026, UHS was again recognized as one of Fortune World's Most Admired Companies™ and in 2025, was listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located in 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. For additional information visit www.uhs.com .

Qualifications

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 2-3 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a behavioral health or hospital setting.
• Must have valid, current Florida Driver License.
• Must be able to demonstrate experience in all of the following areas: electrical and distribution systems, plumbing, heating and air conditioning water and sewer systems, powered equipment, automobiles and safety and fire protection.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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