Maintenance Worker

Sr. Facilities Maintenance Technician

Premier Medical Resources is looking for a Sr. Facilities Maintenance Technician to join our team for our West Location. This position includes a $5,000 sign-on bonus.

The Senior Facilities Maintenance Technician is responsible for planning, organizing and directing facilities maintenance operations, including scheduling, inspecting, and ensuring compliance with safety standards and applicable codes. Performing safety and preventative maintenance, installing and repairing systems and devices.

Lead maintenance staff, oversee tasks, address questions, review work orders, ensure compliance, develop and execute action plans. Use peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement. Serve as a resource, training and mentoring staff on appropriate and effective use and maintenance of tools. Guide and mentors Facilities Maintenance Technicians to build confidence in their skills, knowledge and abilities. Manage state surveys, being onsite during inspections, and assist surveyors as needed. Review daily logs, ensure technicians maintain the proper operation and daily operations of the facility including minor and complex facility needs. Perform analysis, troubleshooting and complex maintenance repair, escalate to Lead Technician/Supervisor, if necessary, to gain clarification to make effective repairs. Verify accurate installation of systems and devices, in compliance with codes, ordinances and statutes. Ensure accidents and safety hazards are reported promptly and correctly and that all assistants/technicians follow department safety standards and protocols. Maintain inventory of hospital owned medical equipment. Execute periodic safety walks throughout the facility to ensure facility is well maintained and free of safety hazards. Perform preventative maintenance inspections to include HVAC, electrical and plumbing, as appropriate, maintain and tests department emergency systems. Work pro-actively to perform routine maintenance and repairs on plumbing, electrical, mechanical, equipment, etc. as directed and in accordance with established procedures. Document findings from inspections on maintenance log cards. Report all unsafe/hazardous conditions, defective equipment, etc. to management immediately. Perform or coordinate unscheduled maintenance tasks when deemed necessary according to regulations. Schedule and coordinate the repair or replacement of equipment, building, grounds or utility systems. Ensure that contractor bids and/or quotes are completed and received in a timely manner, as needed. Develop and provide training to hospital staff regarding its safety program. Suggest revision of systems and routines for improved operations of the department. Assist management to create a financially responsible departmental budget. Provide input into the development and implementation of maintenance related hospital projects. Utilize knowledge of fiscal management when making daily operational decisions. Maintain and protect confidentiality regarding all aspects of patient care, personnel and strategic issues. Adhere to confidentiality policy, hospitals policies and procedures in the Employee Handbook. Report problems that may compromise effective job performance by using appropriate chain of command. Follow safety standards, policies and procedures established for the department and hospital and conducts all procedures accordingly. Maintain awareness of environment and uses great caution while navigating various work areas. Accessible 24/7 to hospital administrators unless other arrangements have been made and communicated to the appropriate staff and management. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Knowledge of building codes, CMS, JCAHO and Life Safety Code. Demonstrate problem-solving and problem prevention skills in the areas of maintenance and safety. Ability to maintain positive working relationships and fosters cooperative work environment when communicating with individuals. Ability to complete work within designated time frames. Ability to evaluate a problem or situation and arrive at a logical decision. Ability to follow detailed instructions to complete complex procedures and/or operate all equipment. Ability to operate hand and power tools commonly used in building maintenance. Ability to lift and carry objects and climb ladders to various heights safely. Ability to perform arithmetic calculations, read and interpret plans, specs, and blueprints. Ability to work independently, perform building maintenance work and manual labor. Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, identify and correct safety hazards. Ability to lead and inspire cross-functional teams to achieve organizational goals by fostering a collaborative culture, driving accountability, and ensuring clear communication of priorities and objectives.

High School Diploma or GED. Three (3) years of experience in maintenance in a healthcare setting. Possess solid knowledge in construction and repair procedures, including carpentry, painting, plumbing, electrical, heating ventilation air conditioning (HVAC), and related trades, with knowledge of materials, safe work practices, and first aid. Valid Texas drivers license. Certified in the following or must complete certification within 90-days of hire: BLS (Basic Life Support), OSHA 10, Boiler, DOT (Department of Transportation), EP (Emergency Preparedness) FEMA IS-100 and IS-200, Universal EPA 806 certification.