Facilities Worker

CH_050 Cayuga Medical Center at Ithaca•Ithaca, NY

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The Facilities Worker performs various facilities tasks independently or in coordination with a tradesman. The role includes semi-skilled mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and construction work, along with maintenance and preventive maintenance functions. Assignments may vary based on training and skill capabilities, and the worker uses independent judgment to handle job details. The position is based at Cayuga Medical Center in Ithaca, New York, with local travel to other Centralus locations as needed. The schedule is five 8-hour shifts per week, from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m. The disclosed pay range is $20.00–$26.00 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent experience.
At least one year of experience as a handyman helper or laborer in mechanical or construction trades.
Ability to perform maintenance and minor construction functions and understand related terminology.
Ability to lift objects weighing up to 50 pounds, climb, bend, and work in tight spaces while using a ladder.

Responsibilities

Follow emergency, fire, evacuation, PPE, lockout/tagout, and other safety procedures; identify and address potential environmental and equipment hazards.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and installation of designated facility systems and equipment in accordance with manufacturer, organizational, and regulatory standards.
Perform basic plumbing, electrical, carpentry, and HVAC maintenance, including replacing HVAC filters and changing medical compressed gas cylinders.
Complete more complex work under the direction of appropriate skilled trades staff.
Maintain tools, equipment, and inventory; assemble and move furniture and fixtures; and assist Facilities teammates.
Accurately document maintenance activities through the hospital work order/information system.
Participate in Facilities emergency response and on-call coverage as required, responding to unscheduled emergencies and working additional or adjusted hours when necessary.
Travel locally to assist other Centralus locations as needed.