Maintenance Technician - Plant Services - Full Time

Guthrie Enterprise • Sayre, PA

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About The Position

Under the direction of a Supervisor or designee, the Maintenance Technician performs maintenance and engineering duties to maintain, repair, operate, and renovate plant and facility systems for the Engineering Department. The role uses practical knowledge of building trades—including carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical repairs—as well as plant maintenance methods, equipment, and supplies. The Plant Operations Supervisor may provide general daily assignments and oversight.

The position is full-time on the evening shift, with a $1.50-per-hour shift differential. The technician supports facility operations and patient care by performing preventive maintenance, responding to equipment failures and emergencies, and helping provide 24/7 coverage through a weekend and holiday rotation.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two years of trade school, or five years of comparable related experience.
• Demonstrated skill in one trade and a basic understanding of other trades acquired through on-the-job training.
• Knowledge of applicable OSHA standards, including Right-to-Know, Lock-out Tag-out, and ladder safety.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations.
• Ability to make decisions and meet deadlines.
• Ability to read, comprehend, and communicate complicated, detailed instructions in writing and orally when interacting with administrative, medical, and supervisory staff, patients, architects, contractors, and vendors.
• Valid driver's license for travel to various facilities and/or use of a snow plow.

Responsibilities

• Perform semi-skilled and skilled work in trades including carpentry, plumbing, welding, painting, wall and flooring repair, electrical work, sheet metal work, masonry, and machinist work.
• Clean, lubricate, service, repair, install, and diagnose malfunctions in HVAC equipment, sterilizers, dietary equipment, sprinkler and standpipe systems, electrical systems, and other plant and specialty equipment.
• Construct, finish, install, maintain, and repair equipment, systems, and facilities using power tools, hand tools, and other necessary equipment, while following applicable regulations and department policies.
• Make decisions about normal and minor repairs and report major problems to the Plant Operations Supervisor.
• Read blueprints and models, plan work layouts, make routine computations, and attend mandatory in-services.
• Plan installations, perform layouts and fabrication, and recommend materials and alternate installation methods.
• Identify system failures and troubleshoot equipment to restore operation or contain problems.
• Work independently to solve problems and take the lead on a job with another Maintenance Technician when needed.
• Maintain logs, perform rounds, and complete preventive-maintenance work orders, tests, and inspections; recommend improvements to preventive-maintenance systems.
• Use equipment and supplies appropriately, record labor and supply charges accurately, and make prudent use of available resources.
• Keep shops, mechanical spaces, patient areas, and other work areas clean and safe.
• Respond to facility emergencies, make emergency repairs, and participate in the weekend and holiday rotation for 24/7 Power Plant and Hospital coverage.
• Assist with snow removal from facility grounds and maintain grounds as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire.
• PTO starts on the first day of employment.
• Voluntary 403(b) retirement plan with employer match and Fidelity investment options.
• Employee Assistance Program offering confidential personal and professional support.
• Shift differentials and premiums for evening, night, weekend, and float coverage.
• Friendly, inclusive work environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED