maintenance worker I

UVM Health Network- Elizabeth Community Hospital; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network- Elizabeth Community Hospital seeks a Maintenance Worker I to perform daily rounds across the complex, inspect and repair logged items in each department, and support ongoing facilities projects. The role requires basic mechanical skills and the ability to follow written instructions, with an emphasis on safety and independence.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and may benefit from vocational training, with NYS asbestos O&M certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Strong mechanical knowledge; vocational training is helpful.
• Ability to follow written work orders and instructions.
• Safe use of hand tools and some power tools.
• Good communication with hospital staff, patients and visitors.
• Self-directed, courteous, independent with minimal supervision.
• NYS asbestos O&M certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily rounds throughout the complex to inspect and repair items logged by each department.
• Assist with day-to-day operational projects and other facilities staff as assigned.
• Coordinate with hospital staff as needed.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Follow written instructions

Hand and power tools

Communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma

Vocational school helpful

Job description

The Maintenance Worker I position requires an individual that is responsible for daily rounds throughout the complex noting and repairing all items logged at each department location. The individual also will be involved with other day to day operational projects and assist other facilities staff as assigned.

Qualifications / Job Requirements

Education / Skills Required

• High school diploma required.
• Good mechanical knowledge, vocational school helpful.
• Ability to follow written instructions in reference to work orders, constructing, installations, etc.
• Ability to safely use hand and some power tools.
• Ability to communicate well with managers, co-workers, hospital staff, patients and visitors.
• Conducts him/herself as a self-directed professional, courteous attitude, works independently with minimal supervision, and strive for continuous quality improvement.
• NYS certification for Asbestos O & M preferred.