Technician III, Facilities

Denver Health•Denver, CO

3d•$27 - $39

About The Position

Under minimal supervision, the Technician III, Facilities performs preventative maintenance programs, emergency repairs, maintenance work orders, and Environment of Care (EOC) and Life Safety (LS) rounds. The position’s goal is to keep facilities and the surrounding campus in constant survey readiness. Duties are assigned based on the employee’s primary geographical location. Some positions may not require driving a Denver Health vehicle; in those situations, a motor vehicle record check is not required. The role performs daily EOC and LS walks, makes repairs to meet applicable standards, and carries out routine and emergency maintenance on hospital buildings, community clinics, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds. Work includes maintaining finishes, providing general assistance to skilled tradespeople, replacing outlets and switches, servicing lighting and plumbing fixtures, and performing basic carpentry. The technician also follows hospital and department policies, quality assurance practices, environmental and infection-control procedures, safety requirements, and applicable accreditation and regulatory codes.

Requirements

Five years of experience in one or more of the following: maintenance, carpentry, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, or paint shop.
Colorado Driver's License Class R required.
Basic understanding of the Elements of Performance for the EOC and LS sections of The Joint Commission Standards.
Knowledge and proper use of infection/dust control and Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM).
Basic knowledge of hand tools, equipment, and machinery needed to perform maintenance technician tasks.
Ability to read and understand blueprints.
Exceptional customer service and communication skills to promote positive relations with patients, visitors, and staff.
Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing, and sometimes stressful environment, while being flexible and learning quickly.
Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple, often changing priorities.

Responsibilities

Conduct daily Environment of Care (EOC) and Life Safety (LS) walks in assigned areas to identify improvements.
Make repairs to ensure assigned areas meet EOC and LS standards.
Perform routine and emergency repairs and preventative maintenance on hospital buildings, community clinics, equipment, furnishings, fixtures, and grounds.
Maintain and repair floor, wall, and ceiling coverings, including tiles, carpeting, paint, and signs.
Provide general assistance to skilled tradespeople, including mechanics, electricians, carpenters, plumbers, and painters, as directed.
Remove and replace duplex outlets and switches; maintain and service lighting, bulbs, and ballasts.
Service plumbing fixtures, faucets, toilets, and drains.
Perform basic carpentry, including hanging shelves, fixing doors, locks, and drawers, and cutting and installing ceiling tiles.
Follow hospital and department policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance practices, environmental and infection-control measures, safety requirements, and accreditation and regulatory codes.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, including vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
100% paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and more.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development through the Workforce Development Center, supporting internal career growth and advancement pathways.
Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, plus free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligibility.