Hospital Maintenance Technician

Lake Behavioral Hospital; Waukegan (IL); On-site; USD 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) company match

On-site cafeteria

Discounted meals

Employee engagement events

Employee assistance program

Employee recognition program

Free parking

Job summary

Lake Behavioral Hospital in Waukegan, IL is hiring a Maintenance Worker to perform painting, plumbing, electrical, and preventive maintenance on hospital facilities. The role includes tests and inspections of physical plant equipment and routine janitorial duties under minimal supervision.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent (tech school preferred), experience with hand/power tools, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; two years of technical or trade school preferred.
• Experience operating a variety of hand/power tools and equipment with proper safety.
• Experience in building maintenance and basic mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

• Paint, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, and tests/inspections of hospital equipment.
• Clean and change air filters, kitchen grease traps, and stove hood filters.
• Dispose of infectious/contaminated waste from the hospital.
• Maintain hospital grounds, light fixtures, and replace bulbs as needed.
• Perform preventive electrical tests and install/repair mechanical/electrical equipment.
• Follow infection control, OSHA, safety and risk management policies.

Skills

Hand and power tools

Building maintenance

Mechanical engineering basics

Education

High school diploma

Trade/technical school (2 years)

Job description

JOIN OUR TEAM AS A MAINTENANCE WORKERMonday – Friday 7:30 am – 4:00 pm with weekends as needed (flexible schedule)Your Work Matters How will you make a difference?The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of tasks, including painting, plumbing, electrical, and inspections of physical plant equipment, preventive maintenance and various janitorial duties with minimal supervision.Your Experience Matters What we’re looking for:Education: High school graduate or equivalent preferred; two years of technical or trade school preferred.Experience: Must have experience in operating a variety of hand/power tools and equipment ensuring proper safety precautions. Must experience in the area of building maintenance and basic mechanical engineering.Licensure: Must have a valid driver's license.Additional Requirements: Must have complete knowledge of physical plant within two weeks of hire.ResponsibilitiesPerforms all tasks such as painting, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, and tests and inspections of the hospital.Clean and change air filters, kitchen grease traps and stove hood filters.Dispose of infectious/contaminated waste from the hospital.Maintain hospital grounds in a neat and attractive appearance.Maintain all light fixtures in good working condition and change light bulbs as needed.Perform preventive maintenance electrical test as well as the removal, installation, and repair of all mechanical/electrical equipment.Comply with established measures for infection control, OSHA regulations, and safety/risk management plans policies and procedures.Your Care Matters What we provide for our team:Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401 K company matchingCafeteria on site + discounted mealsEmployee engagement eventsEmployee assistance programEmployee recognition programFree parkingWhat sets us apart:Career & training development opportunitiesDynamic and inclusive work environmentEngaged management team dedicated to your successA guiding mission and set of values that serve as both our north star and yours, anchoring our collective purpose and aspirationsCompensation:This is a full time role and the expected compensation is $19.00 to $23.00 hourly. We’re eager to engage with all qualified candidates, and consideration will be provided to experience and skill level. Join us as our Maintenance Worker.Get to know us Outstanding Care, Compassionate People, Unparalleled ServiceDiscover a fulfilling career at Lake Behavioral Hospital (LBH)!We are a 161-bed acute care facility located in Waukegan, IL and has been providing mental health treatment to the community and the state of Illinois since 2018. We are dedicated to offering services to meet the ever-changing emotion and behavioral healthcare needs of adolescents, adults, and their families. We offer specialized inpatient programs and outpatient services proven to decrease symptoms of mental illness and we are committed to help people live healthier lives. Our compassionate and experienced team of psychiatrists, licensed therapists, nurses and support staff are here to create an atmosphere of health, hope, and healing.Join us in providing exceptional care and contributing to the well-being of individuals and families in need, and be a part of the transformative healthcare experience at Lake Behavioral Hospital.To learn more about LBH, visit us at: https://www.lakebehavioralhospital.com/TOGETHER WE CAN MAKE POSITIVE I.M.P.A.C.T.S.Individuals Maintaining Positive Attitude and Commitment To Service