Porter Maintenance Tech II

UVM Health; Middlebury (VT); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

On-call responsibilities

Weekend shift differential

Full-time role

Job summary

UVM Health is seeking a Maintenance Technician II to keep patient care facilities safe, compliant, and fully operational. You will perform preventive and corrective work on diverse building systems, using your technical expertise to deliver high-quality repairs across HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and related trades.

The role emphasizes teamwork with Facilities professionals, strict safety practices, and accurate documentation in the CMMS, supporting reliable hospital operations and patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in maintenance, facilities, or skilled trades.
• Experience in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or carpentry is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities.
• Proficient with standard office software and written communication.
• Ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced healthcare setting.
• Customer-service orientation with good interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility systems and equipment.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and related systems.
• Execute specialized repairs within your trade area and document activities in the CMMS.
• Support hospital grounds, facilities, and site infrastructure upkeep.
• Respond to service requests and facility emergencies promptly and professionally.
• Assist with inspections and regulatory compliance activities.
• Collaborate with Facilities and other departments to maintain a safe environment.
• Maintain accurate records and follow safety procedures in healthcare settings.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Electrical work

Plumbing

Carpentry

Troubleshooting

Customer service

MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

Prioritization & multitasking

Education

HS diploma or GED

Tools

CMMS software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

$3000 SIGN ON BONUS!!!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Behind every patient experience is a healthcare facility that operates safely, efficiently, and without interruption. As a Maintenance Technician II, you will play a critical role in maintaining the systems, equipment, and infrastructure that support patient care across our healthcare campus.

In this position, you'll perform preventive and corrective maintenance on a wide variety of building and facility systems while leveraging your technical expertise to complete specialized repairs within your trade area. Whether your background is in HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or general facilities maintenance, you'll have the opportunity to apply your skills in a dynamic healthcare environment where your work directly impacts patients, visitors, and caregivers.

You'll join a team of dedicated Facilities professionals who work collaboratively to ensure building systems remain safe, compliant, and fully operational. Every day offers new challenges, opportunities to solve problems, and the chance to expand your technical knowledge while supporting the hospital's mission of exceptional patient care.

If you take pride in quality workmanship, enjoy troubleshooting complex issues, and are motivated by meaningful work that makes a difference, we'd like to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on facility equipment, building systems, and infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair a variety of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, carpentry, and general building systems.
• Complete specialized repairs and maintenance tasks within your area of technical expertise.
• Support the maintenance and upkeep of hospital grounds, facilities, and site infrastructure.
• Respond to service requests, maintenance issues, and facility emergencies in a timely and professional manner.
• Utilize the Hospital Equipment Management System (HEMS) work order system to document maintenance activities and track repairs.
• Assist with inspections, testing, and maintenance activities required to ensure regulatory compliance and operational reliability.
• Work effectively in environments that require prioritization of multiple tasks and frequent interruptions.
• Collaborate with Facilities team members and other departments to maintain a safe and functional healthcare environment.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records while adhering to safety procedures and healthcare facility standards.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Five years of maintenance, facilities, or skilled trade experience.
• Experience in one or more technical trades, including HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or general building maintenance.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Basic computer proficiency, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word.
• Competent written communication and basic mathematical skills.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work, manage multiple responsibilities, and perform in a fast-paced environment.
• Customer service focus with strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Seven or more years of experience in a skilled trade discipline.
• Experience in healthcare, commercial, industrial, or institutional facilities maintenance.
• Knowledge of healthcare facility regulations, building codes, and compliance standards.
• Experience utilizing computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) or work order systems.
• Specialized trade certifications, licenses, or technical credentials.

LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:

Depending on departmental assignment and area of specialization, the following certifications or licenses may be preferred or required:

• Fiber optic splicing certification.
• Category 3 and Category 5 cabling certification.
• Type I, II, or III CFC certification.
• State of Vermont Class "S" Electrician License.
• Class II licensure through the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (NIULPE).

KNOWLEDGE & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to become knowledgeable in applicable state and national building codes, healthcare facility regulations, and Joint Commission Environment of Care standards.
• Understanding of facility safety practices and regulatory requirements.
• Ability to utilize standard office equipment, including copiers, fax machines, calculators, and label-making systems.
• Commitment to maintaining compliance, safety, and operational excellence within a healthcare environment.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS:

• Full-time position.
• Opportunity to work across multiple facility systems and technical disciplines.
• Collaborative team environment with experienced Facilities professionals.
• Ongoing opportunities for technical skill development and cross-training.
• Meaningful work supporting the safe and reliable operation of a healthcare organization.
• Every day, patients, families, visitors, and caregivers depend on an environment that is safe, comfortable, and fully operational. As a Maintenance Technician II, you'll be part of the team that keeps it that way.

Monday through Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm

Occasional on-call responsibilities

Additional $2.00/hr for weekend shifts

Sign on bonus: Installments: 1/3 in first check, 1/3 after 6 months in paycheck, and 1/3 after 1 year in paycheck – 1 year commitment.