General Maintenance 2

Employer paid benefits - Medical, Dental, and Vision.  (Qualifying dependents included)

Pay compensation - Min: $ 23.05  Max: $ 35.30

General Maintenance Worker 2 is a skilled and experienced professional responsible for the advanced maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of the hospital's buildings, equipment, grounds, and critical utility systems. This role is essential in providing a safe, functional, and compliant environment that supports exceptional patient care, staff well-being, and visitors’ comfort. General Maintenance Worker 2 performs duties independently and may guide less experienced team members, ensuring all work adheres to established standards and regulations.

Essential Job Functions:

• Perform complex troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair of hospital buildings, equipment, grounds, and critical utility systems. Operate and monitor various facility systems and machinery.
• Conduct routine and preventative maintenance (PM) tasks on a wide range of equipment and systems to ensure optimal operation, maximize lifespan, and comply with manufacturer specifications.
• Respond promptly to emergency repair requests, including system failures, equipment malfunctions, and urgent facility issues, to minimize disruption to hospital operations and patient care. Participate in an on-call rotation as required.
• Ensure all maintenance activities strictly comply with local, state, and federal regulations (e.g., OSHA, NFPA) and healthcare-specific standards (e.g., DNV). Adhere to and enforce all safety protocols, including Lockout/Tagout procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, work orders, service reports, and equipment performance using a computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Collaborate closely with other hospital departments to schedule and coordinate maintenance activities, minimizing disruption to patient care areas. Communicate effectively and professionally with hospital staff, vendors, and contractors regarding project status, repair needs, and system issues.
• Manage and monitor inventory control of materials, tools, and supplies required for maintenance activities, communicating needs for new equipment or parts to the Facilities Manager.
• May provide technical guidance and support to General Maintenance Worker 1 staff, assisting with complex tasks and training.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education

Required: High School Diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Vocational or trade school certification/degree in HVAC, electrical, plumbing, or a related mechanical field

Licenses/ certifications/ registrations

Required: Valid State issued a Driver’s License.

Preferred: Relevant licenses or certifications (e.g., EPA Universal Refrigerant Certification, Boiler Operator, Electrical Journeyman, Plumbing Journeyman) are highly preferred and may be required based on specific facility needs or state regulations.

Experience

Required: Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in facilities maintenance, with a strong emphasis on healthcare or critical environment settings. Proven experience with complex troubleshooting and repair of building systems.

Preferred: NA

Other

Required:

• Lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 85 pounds independently on an occasional basis.
• Frequently lift, push, pull, and/or carry up to 50 pounds.
• Perform tasks requiring standing and walking continuously for extended periods.
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and climb ladders regularly to access equipment, perform repairs, and work in confined spaces or elevated areas.
• Reach, grasp, handle, and perform fine motor tasks requiring manual dexterity for operating tools and intricate equipment.
• Possess visual acuity to read technical documentation, blueprints, equipment gauges, and safety indicators, and to observe work areas.
• Possess auditory ability to detect and respond to equipment alarms, warning signals, and verbal communication.
• Maintain balance and coordination when working on elevated platforms or uneven surfaces.
• Ability to take evening and weekend calls on a rotating basis.

Physical Requirements:

The physical and sensory functions described below are essential to the successful performance of this position. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions. The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects or patients weighing up to 25 pounds. There may also be occasional lifting or transferring of individuals weighing over 100 pounds, with the expectation that appropriate lifting techniques, mechanical aids, or team assistance will be used to ensure safety. May to sit for long periods of time.

Working Conditions:

This position is performed primarily in an indoor healthcare environment, such as a hospital, clinic, or long-term care facility. While the work setting is protected from outdoor weather conditions, it may be subject to variable indoor temperatures. The role involves frequent exposure to infectious and contagious diseases, hazardous materials, and medical equipment, with the expectation that all staff follow appropriate safety protocols and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.

The health care environment can be fast-paced and unpredictable, requiring the ability to respond quickly to changing circumstances, including high-pressure or emergency situations. The work setting also involves multiple simultaneous demands and varying levels of noise due to medical equipment, staff activity, and patient needs.