Maintenance Technician — Facilities & Grounds (Temp to Perm)

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems; Meadowview (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. (SVCHS) is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance of our buildings, grounds, equipment, tools, and company vehicles.

This is a full-time temporary position with the potential to become a permanent position later, based on organizational needs, funding, and satisfactory job performance. Join SVCHS to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff while following OSHA standards and safety

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in building maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial services, facilities maintenance, or related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance and tools.
• Ability to perform basic preventive maintenance on lawn and groundskeeping equipment.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and work assignments.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work independently.
• Good communication with employees, patients, vendors, and visitors.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for operation of company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and fitness courses.
• Mow grass and trim around buildings, trees, shrubs, walkways, and other landscaped areas.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and fitness courses.
• Repair cracks, potholes, and other minor conditions affecting parking lots, walkways, and fitness courses.
• Perform minor building and grounds repairs, including basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work within the employee’s level of training and authorization.
• Inspect and regularly replace heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning filters.
• Maintain mowers, weed eaters, and other groundskeeping equipment through routine cleaning, oil and filter changes, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment in safe, clean, and working condition.
• Keep storage areas and shelving clean, orderly, and properly organized.
• Select and safely use the appropriate tools and equipment for each assigned task.
• Clean and assist with maintaining company vehicles in an appropriate and serviceable condition.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance assignments and promptly report needed repairs.
• Follow OSHA standards, safety procedures, and required training.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, and other potential safety issues to the Operations Coordinator.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, or service records as required.
• Assist with other facility-related duties necessary to support safe and efficient organizational operations.

Skills

Grounds maintenance

Hand tools

Power tools

Safety procedures

Independent worker

Clean communication

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Lawn equipment

Snow-removal equipment

Job description

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. (SVCHS) is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance of our buildings, grounds, equipment, tools, and company vehicles.

This is a full-time temporary position with the potential to become a permanent position later, based on organizational needs, funding, and satisfactory job performance. Join SVCHS to help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for patients and staff while following OSHA standards and safety