maintenance worker I

UVM Health - Elizabethtown Community Hospital; Town of Elizabethtown (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health - Elizabethtown Community Hospital is seeking a Maintenance Worker I responsible for daily rounds across the complex, noting and repairing items logged by each department. The role supports ongoing operational projects and collaborates with facilities staff to ensure safe, reliable infrastructure.

Strong mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow work orders are essential. High school diploma required; NYS asbestos O&M certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Good mechanical knowledge; vocational training helpful.
• Follow written work orders and instructions.
• Safely use hand and some power tools.
• Communicate well with managers, staff, patients, and visitors.
• Self-directed, courteous, independent with minimal supervision, focused on quality improvement.
• NYS asbestos O&M certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds throughout the complex and repair items logged in each department.
• Support day-to-day operational projects.
• Assist facilities staff as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Follow instructions

Tool usage

Communication skills

Independent worker

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma

NYS Asbestos O&M cert preferred

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.