Description:
Job Title: General Maintenance Technician
Department: Facilities / Maintenance
Reports To: Facilities Manager
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
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Position Summary
The General Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing a variety of maintenance, repair, and upkeep tasks to ensure the healthcare facility remains safe, functional, and in excellent condition. This position supports a clean, comfortable, and compliant environment for patients, visitors, and staff by maintaining equipment, systems, and building structures in accordance with regulatory and safety standards.
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Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on building systems, including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, lighting, and mechanical components.
- Inspect, troubleshoot, and resolve facility issues promptly to minimize downtime or disruption to patient care.
- Assist with preventive maintenance programs, ensuring all equipment and systems operate efficiently and safely.
- Maintain and repair doors, walls, floors, ceilings, and fixtures as needed.
- Support the installation, assembly, or relocation of furniture, medical equipment, and fixtures.
- Respond to maintenance requests and work orders in a timely and professional manner.
- Ensure all work complies with healthcare facility codes, infection control standards, and safety regulations.
- Monitor and maintain tools, supplies, and maintenance equipment in good working order.
- Participate in emergency response activities, including power outages, leaks, or other facility incidents.
- Collaborate with outside vendors and contractors as needed for specialized repairs or projects.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance work and preventive service activities.
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Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- 2+ years of experience in general maintenance, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
- Working knowledge of building systems (HVAC, plumbing, electrical, carpentry, etc.).
- Ability to read and interpret manuals, diagrams, and work orders.
- Basic computer skills for logging work orders and maintenance reports.
- Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
- Ability to lift, carry, and move equipment or materials up to 50 lbs. regularly.
- Must adhere to infection control and safety procedures at all times.
- HVAC, electrical, or plumbing certification preferred but not required.
- Reliable transportation required; travel between facilities will be necessary.
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Work Environment
- Healthcare setting including clinical, office, and utility areas.
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, lifting, climbing, and use of hand and power tools.
- May require lifting and moving heavy equipment or materials as part of daily tasks.
- Exposure to varying temperatures, noise, and occasional confined spaces.
- May require occasional evening, weekend, or on-call hours for emergencies.
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