Maintenance Technician

Henry Ford Behavioral Health•West Bloomfield, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Maintenance Technician performs routine and specialized maintenance services throughout Henry Ford Behavioral Health Hospital, including preventive maintenance, repairs, and grounds-related work. The role helps maintain a safe, welcoming, and operational facility for patients, visitors, and staff. The position works a swing shift of either 10:00 a.m.–6:30 p.m. or 9:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m., based on departmental needs, and requires rotating weekends.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Experience in maintenance or facility operations.
Knowledge of standard practices, procedures, and tools used in general building maintenance trades is preferred.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of standard practices, procedures, and tools used in general building maintenance trades.

Responsibilities

Perform general facility and equipment maintenance and repairs, including plumbing, carpentry, painting, and mechanical equipment repair or similar work.
Serve as the backup call person during emergencies and respond in a timely and appropriate manner.
Handle equipment safely to prevent accidents and demonstrate knowledge of tools and their safe use.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and effectively.
Follow preventive maintenance schedules and instructions, and complete requested reports.
Inspect and maintain emergency power equipment; test and start the generator weekly and maintain related equipment.
Inspect and maintain the fire alarm system, including fire doors, audible and visible alarms, and smoke detectors; record required data on appropriate forms.
Check the condition and readiness of fire extinguishers monthly.
Inspect and maintain the facility lighting system.
Inspect and maintain plumbing systems, repairing or replacing faucets, toilets, urinals, traps, drains, basins, and bathtubs as needed.
Repair or refinish furniture in rooms, offices, and the dining room as needed.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.