Facilities Maintenance Technician

About the role

The Facilities Maintenance Technician supports the daily operation and upkeep of a hospital’s physical plant, ensuring all mechanical, electrical, and environmental systems function safely and efficiently.

Key responsibilities

• Perform daily rounds of the main hospital facility and weekly checks of off‑site locations.
• Monitor and operate Building Automation Systems (BAS) to verify proper performance of HVAC, electrical, steam generation/sterilization, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
• Initiate repairs, maintenance, and cleaning tasks, generating work orders through the ASH work order management system.
• Ensure compliance with Life Safety, Fire Safety, and Infection Control Risk Assessment requirements, tracking inspections and interim safety measures.
• Complete scheduled preventive maintenance and miscellaneous projects such as painting, drywall, fixture installation, and equipment moves.
• Assist the Facilities Manager with capital budget planning, coordination of contracted services, and 24/7 emergency maintenance scheduling.

Required profile

• Experience maintaining hospital or similar healthcare facilities.
• Familiarity with life safety, fire safety, and infection control regulations.
• Ability to work independently within established procedures and respond to emergency situations.

Required skills

• HVAC systems
• Electrical systems
• Steam generation and sterilization equipment
• Plumbing systems
• Mechanical systems
• Building Automation System (BAS)
• Work order management software