Facility Technician I

Job Summary

Under general supervision, the Facility Technician I is responsible for the minor routine maintenance of the facility operations, such as systems of plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration and electrical, steam/boiler, fire alarm and sprinkler, medical gas, and building automation. The Facility Technician I will Perform a wide variety of entry level to skilled services and repairs to the facility and its mechanical systems. The Facility Technician I will be involved in the provision of security services at the organization.

Hours

• 1.0 FTE - 40 Hours Per Week
• 8-Hour Shifts

• Perform basic troubleshooting, repair, and maintenance of mechanical systems including heating, cooling, ventilation, plumbing, and utility systems
• Perform minor painting and surface preparation tasks including patching, sanding, priming, and applying paint to walls, ceilings, doors, and other facility surfaces as needed to maintain a clean, safe, and professional environment
• Respond promptly to facility alarms including fire, mechanical, security, and building automation system alerts
• Perform snow and ice removal duties on organization grounds, including sidewalks, and entryways to ensure safe passage for patients, staff, and emergency vehicles
• Respond to maintenance requests and service calls in a timely and courteous manner, prioritizing safety and minimal disruption to patient care
• Read, understand and carry out Method of Procedures
• Complete preventative maintenance work orders generated by the electronic maintenance work order system
• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation and respond promptly to call-ins to ensure continuous patient care and surgical support as needed
• Assist with safety and security of staff and visitors on organization grounds
• Collaborate with organization security personnel and law enforcement agencies as needed by providing access to secure mechanical areas, assisting with investigations involving facility infrastructure
• Use force when necessary to defend oneself or others in response to assisting security
• Use the organization's secure messaging platform in accordance with departmental protocols, including timely receipt and responses to communications
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Quality assurance and accreditation standards
• Understanding of HIPAA regulations, patient confidentiality laws and patient rights
• Effective English communication in verbal and written format
• Quality work including attention to detail and accuracy
• Advanced computer proficiency
• Method of Procedures
• Carry out customer service standards
• Prioritize tasks effectively through managing workload based on urgency and importance
• Capacity to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team
• Continuously learn and improve through staying up to date on job specific trends, policies and new technologies
• Successfully demonstrate organization-wide performance review competencies

• Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent required
• A valid Wisconsin driver’s license is required
• Ability to meet the minimum qualifications required by the organization’s insurance underwriter to be eligible for coverage under the company’s vehicle insurance policy is required
• Previous experience performing maintenance in a hospital environment is preferred
• Experience working in a related area preferred
• Must possess a cell phone that interfaces the organization’s secure message system

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account with an employer contribution
• Company paid life insurance
• Free scrubs with laundry service
• Free meals
• PTO
• 401(k) retirement plan with 4% company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness reimbursement

Our organization is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, creed, sex, religion, marital status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, parental status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic testing results or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws. This practice relates to all personnel matters such as compensation, benefits, training, promotions, transfers, layoffs, etc. Furthermore, our organization is committed to going beyond the legal requirements of equal employment opportunity to take positive actions which ensure diversity in the workplace and result in a multi-cultural organization.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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