Maintenance Worker

Lifepoint Health • Mukilteo, WA

5h • $30 - $40

About The Position

The Maintenance Worker assists with plant operations and performs general maintenance and repair duties to keep the hospital’s physical structures, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, utility systems, and grounds safe and operational. The role supports the uninterrupted operation of the physical plant and facility performance-improvement activities, including participation in continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities. The worker receives daily verbal or written direction from the Director of Plant Operations and may share on-call responsibilities with that director.

The position works closely with other departments and hospital administration to coordinate priorities, schedules, assignments, and materials. It also supports regulatory compliance, energy management, fire and safety activities, and the hospital’s policies and standards. The worker is expected to maintain confidentiality, communicate professionally, complete required training, and provide age-appropriate care-related support consistent with the patient population served.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 2 years of maintenance experience, preferably in a hospital setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, verbally and in writing.
• Basic computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with Joint Commission and other regulatory policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Report daily to the Director of Plant Operations on the physical and structural condition of hospital facilities and the status of work in progress.
• Follow policies, procedures, and performance standards for maintaining and repairing equipment, buildings, and building systems.
• Assist with administering the maintenance program to support uninterrupted operation of the physical plant.
• Coordinate with departments and administration on priorities, work schedules, job assignments, and requests for materials, supplies, and parts.
• Perform maintenance and repair work, alterations, remodeling, minor construction, and checks of installed or serviced mechanical and electrical equipment and building systems.
• Help maintain stock levels of materials and parts within budget constraints.
• Assist with compliance with state and federal requirements related to the energy management program.
• Assist in coordinating hospital fire and safety measures, inspections, and procedures with Safety and Security when requested.
• Participate in performance-improvement and information-management activities.
• Maintain appropriate workplace appearance and identification, complete annual health, safety, and education requirements, and pursue professional growth and development.
• Protect the confidentiality and rights of patients and employees.
• Report to work on time, follow absence-notification policies, and attend mandatory in-services and staff meetings.
• Represent the organization professionally, follow ethical business practices, and communicate the hospital’s mission, ethics, goals, and departmental focus.
• Maintain current licensure or certification for the position, if applicable.
• Demonstrate guest-relations skills with patients, physicians, visitors, employees, and others encountered at work.
• Follow departmental and hospital health, safety, security, and hazardous-materials policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Higher education and certification tuition assistance.
• Loan assistance.
• 401(k) retirement package with company match.
• Wellness programs covering mental, physical, and financial well-being, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs.
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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