Facilities Technician I

ThedaCare • New London, CT

5d

About The Position

Summary : The Facilities Technician I performs scheduled and unscheduled building maintenance tasks such as general maintenance, carpentry, electrical, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, plumbing, power plant, painting, and building and grounds. Works efficiently to maintain ThedaCare facilities in a safe and pleasant condition.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Must be 18 years of age
• One year of technical/trade school training or one year of experience in maintenance or a related field
• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

Responsibilities

• Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs minimizing risks to patients and team members to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service.
• Maintains compliance with safety procedures and city, county, state, and national ordinances and codes.
• Inspects buildings, systems, components, and other structures to determine functional status of the equipment. Detects malfunctions and the need for repairs by making notes and recommendations within a standardized maintenance program. Orders parts and maintains required documents.
• Performs other work as assigned.
• Attends training sessions and seminars to achieve and/or maintain qualifications or certifications.
• Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for the following based on qualifications and/or skills: Electrical equipment including replacement or repair of light fixtures, ballasts, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, and cords using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools.
• Plumbing equipment and systems including replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, and miscellaneous repairs.
• HVAC equipment and systems including replacement of filters, belts, clean coils, and intake screens, cleaning and replacement of piping and tubing for ice machines and refrigerators, and cleaning and sanitizing of water and refrigeration equipment to ensure the facility meets all healthcare environment standards.
• Power plant equipment and systems (i.e., boilers, hot and cold water systems, chiller plants, and water softener systems).
• General building maintenance (i.e., build, install, and/or modify campus workspaces, hang doors, fix locks and handles, move equipment and furnishings) to accommodate user needs and maximize space using various hand, power, and specialty tools, dollies, and hand trucks.
• Patient care equipment, fire detection and extinguishing system, and ancillary healthcare systems (i.e., tube system).
• General carpentry work including repair or replacement of cabinetry, shelves, furniture, doors, and hardware.
• Prepares surfaces by applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces.
• Inspects, caulks, and repairs fire and smoke walls.
• Hangs pictures, banners, frames, etc., according to ThedaCare standards.
• Exterior buildings and grounds.

Benefits

• Benefits , with a whole-person approach to wellness – Lifestyle Engagement e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support Access & Affordability e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees