Maintenance Technician

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC; Florida; On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Exalt Health Rehabilitation Hospital Sarasota, LLC is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure a safe, functional environment in our inpatient rehabilitation facility. You will perform preventative maintenance and repairs across HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and building systems, while supporting specialized rehabilitation equipment and complying with safety and infection control protocols.

The ideal candidate has 2–3 years of general maintenance experience (healthcare preferred) and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of experience in general maintenance, preferably healthcare or regulated setting.
• Experience in hospital or rehabilitation setting is a plus.
• Proven proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general building repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical schematics.
• Familiarity with power tools and common maintenance equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine inspections and preventative maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and medical gas systems.
• Diagnose and repair carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and drywall issues.
• Assist with installation and safe operation of rehabilitation equipment.
• Respond to work orders, prioritize tasks, and document work completed.
• Adhere to hospital safety regulations and infection control protocols.
• Help manage maintenance supplies and inventory.
• Collaborate with facilities, clinical staff, and leadership.

Skills

Maintenance expertise

HVAC systems

Plumbing systems

Electrical systems

Carpentry

Reading blueprints

Power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

2–3 years maintenance experience

Job description

Description

Exalt Health, an acute rehabilitation hospital, provides an intensive rehabilitation program, and admitted patients must be able to tolerate three hours of intense rehabilitation services per day. Focused on caring for patients with complex rehabilitative needs such as stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury, head trauma, medically debilitation conditions, neurological disorders, cardio-pulmonary amputations, orthopedic injuries, and multiple major traumas.

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician plays a vital role in ensuring a safe, comfortable, and functional environment within our inpatient rehabilitation hospital. This position requires a wide range of skills in maintaining the building's infrastructure, performing repairs, and upholding a high standard of cleanliness throughout all areas of the facility.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine inspections and scheduled maintenance on equipment and systems, including:
• HVAC systems
• Plumbing systems
• Electrical systems
• Medical gas systems (if applicable)
• Repairs and Troubleshooting: Diagnose and repair a variety of issues related to:
• Carpentry (walls, doors, fixtures)
• Basic plumbing (leaks, clogs)
• Electrical wiring and fixtures
• Painting and drywall repair
• General building maintenance
• Equipment Support: Assist with installation, maintenance, and safe operation of specialized medical or rehabilitation equipment.
• Work Order Management: Respond promptly to work orders, prioritize tasks, and maintain accurate records of completed work.
• Safety and Compliance: Adhere to all hospital safety regulations, infection control protocols, and ensure compliance with relevant building codes.
• Inventory Management: Assist with ordering and maintaining an appropriate inventory of maintenance supplies and tools.
• Team Collaboration: Communicate effectively with other members of the facilities team, clinical staff, and leadership as needed.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

(Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

Education, Training, and Experience

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in general maintenance, preferably within a healthcare or similarly regulated setting.
• Experience working in a hospital or rehabilitation setting is a plus.
• Proven technical proficiency in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, and general building repair.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints or technical schematics.
• Familiarity with using power tools and common maintenance equipment.

Skills and Abilities, Proficiency and Productivity Standards

• Organizes and prioritizes tasks and projects, accurately completing job responsibilities within the specified time constraints.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work under deadlines and handle multiple tasks.
• Speaks and communicates English effectively in verbal and written format; writes legibly.
• Reading and comprehension at the level necessary to perform job duties appropriately.
• Works cooperatively with co-workers and other hospital employees
• Functions proficiently in a Microsoft Windows environment (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Exalt Health is an equal opportunity employer, drug‑free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.