Maintenance Technician

Avera; Estherville (IA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO available day 1 for eligible hires

Up to 5% employer matching retirement

Career development and mentorship

Job summary

Avera Estherville is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to support the upkeep and safety of the hospital’s buildings, grounds, and equipment on the Afternoon Shift. You will perform inspections, basic carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC tasks, and manage routine maintenance for a safe, efficient facility.

Work with a multidisciplinary team to respond to emergencies, coordinate with contractors, and ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• High School or GED; three to six months related experience and/or training
• Driver's License – Licensing Board
• Boiler Operator certification (preferred)
• Experience in electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs building inspections, replacing parts, cleaning, and overseeing heating and plumbing, outdoor grounds & landscaping, and snow & ice removal to ensure a safe facility environment.
• Performs basic carpentry and maintenance work including painting, remodeling, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.
• Maintains and repairs machines and equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, kitchen equipment, furniture, and office equipment on a routine or scheduled basis.
• Monitors, inspects, repairs, tests, and cleans equipment that brings steam or chilled water to air handling systems and sterilizers.
• Verifies work order assignments and priorities; keeps work areas neat and orderly.
• Manages preventive maintenance program; creates PM schedule, logs, and records.

Skills

Communication

Visual acuity

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Education

High School or GED Equivalent

Boiler Operator certification

Driver's License

Job description

Estherville, IA

Full time

R-260029187

Location:

Avera Holy Family Hospital

Worker Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Afternoon Shift (United States of America)

Pay Range:

$19.50 - $24.25

Position Highlights

You Belong at Avera

Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.

A Brief Overview

Responsible for the inspection, mechanical repair, preventative and maintenance of facilities and assets including, but not limited to, buildings, grounds, mechanical, physical, and stationary equipment, machines, and vehicles.

What you will do

• Performs building inspections, replacing parts, cleaning, and overseeing heating and plumbing, outdoor grounds & landscaping, and snow & ice removal all which insures a safe facility environment.

• Performs basic carpentry and maintenance work for the facility and fixtures including but not limited to, painting and preparation work, remodeling projects, plumbing, electrical, and HVAC.

• Performs and completes routine repair and maintenance on machines and/or equipment including, but not limited to, beds, wheelchairs, kitchen equipment, furniture, office equipment, or other related mechanical devices on a scheduled basis or as requested.

• Responsible for monitoring, operating, inspecting, repairing, testing, and cleaning all equipment and related activities that bring steam or chilled water to air handling systems, sterilizers, etc.

• Verification of work order assignments and priorities, and completes as assigned. Keeps work areas neat and orderly.

• Performs and manages preventative maintenance program of facility building, grounds, equipment, and vehicles. Creates PM schedule to complete PM rounds, maintains logs and records of servicing according to the PM program.

• Responds to facility emergency codes and demonstrates sound understanding of emergency protocols. Assists with, conducts, and documents drill such as fire, emergency weather, etc., participates in safety inspections and lockdown procedures. Informs leadership of safety concerns and makes recommendations regarding facility safety issues. Insures proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and safety policies and procedures.

• Remove equipment, trash and hazardous waste material according to local, state, federal, and OSHA guidelines. May be responsible for recyclable materials and disposal of confidential documents. Maintains records of all state and OSHA regulations as well as medical waste records.

• Work collaboratively with contractors and vendors to ensure contracted work is completed thoroughly and timely.

• Maybe be assigned other tasks within the scope of responsibility such as off-site errands, patient transports, deliveries, minor housekeeping, inventory, parts ordering, etc.

Essential Qualifications

The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.

Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• High School or GED Equivalent ; three to six months related experience and/or training or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Drivers License - Licensing Board

Preferred Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:

• Boiler Operator - Licensing Board

• Previous experience in a technical specialty such as electrical, plumbing, or mechanical

Minimum Age Requirements

18 years of age

Expectations and Standards

• Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.

• Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.

• Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.

• Maintain confidentiality.

• Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.

• Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.

Benefits You Need & Then Some

Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.

• PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.

• Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement

• Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship

Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to [e-mail].

At Avera, the way you are treated as an employee translates into the compassionate care you deliver to patients and team members. Because we consider health care a ministry, you can live out your faith, uphold the dignity and respect of all persons while not compromising high-quality services. Join us in making a positive impact on moving health forward.

The policy of Avera to provide opportunities for all qualified employees or applicants without regard to disability and to provide reasonable accommodations for all employees or applicants who may be disabled. Avera is committed to ensuring compliance in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act. For assistance, please contact HR Now at 605-504-4444.

Additional Notices:

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Avera is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer: Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.