Facilities Technician I

Facilities Technician I

Here at Gunnison Valley Health, your good work will be rewarded. In addition to a competitive salary, a generous and affordable medical/dental/vision plan, and a dollar for dollar retirement match, there are other great perks including:

• Up to $250 in your first year toward your unique Lifestyle Spending Account, matched retirement starting on day 1, and a dependent care matching plan
• A culture that values continuing education, backed up by a robust tuition reimbursement plan
• Paid time off benefits with an accrual rate of 10.77% in your first year of employment and accuring with years of service
• Access to mental health, financial health and wellness as well as life coaching with our Employee Assistance Program
• Free nutrition consultations, and discounted fitness membership at Western Colorado University Fieldhouse
• Deep discounts on food and drink in the cafeteria
• No traffic, and a scenic commute to the office

The Facilities Technician is responsible for providing essential support in maintaining the overall cleanliness, safety, and functionality of the hospital facility. This entry-level position involves performing a variety of maintenance and repair tasks under the supervision of senior maintenance staff. The maintenance worker plays a critical role in ensuring that the facilities environment remains in optimal condition to support patient care and staff operations.

Education: High school education or equivalent. Experience or training in light plumbing, electrical, heating/air conditioning, wall and floor finishing, painting and grounds care are required. Experience or training in hospital facility maintenance and safety are desired.

Experience: Experience in general maintenance, repair, or a related field required. Experience or training in light plumbing electrical, heating/air conditioning, wall and floor finishing, painting and grounds care preferred. Previous health system experience preferred.

Skills and Responsibilities:

• Conduct routine inspections of the hospital facility to identify and address maintenance issues - malfunctioning equipment, plumbing leaks, electrical problems, or structural damages
• Assist in the repair and maintenance of hospital infrastructure
• Perform minor repairs and troubleshoot equipment and machinery used in the health system
• Assist in set up, re-arrangement of furniture/equipment and supplies following safety guidelines and ergonomic principles
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests
• Adhere to established safety protocols and guidelines
• Collaborate with other maintenance team members to prioritize maintenance projects and tasks

Compensation: $24.78 - $33.38/hr, depending on experience.

Physical Requirements

Occasionally (0-33%) Sitting, reclining, change position, feeling, crouching/squatting, crawling, balancing, stooping, kneeling, stairs, scaffolding, lifting/lowering (0-50 lbs), carrying (20 - 50 lbs), pushing/pulling (20-50 lbs)

Frequently (34 66%) - Standing, walking, reaching, reach across midline, handling, fingering, ladder

Continuously (37 -100%) See with corrective eyewear, hear clearly with assistance

Shift - Day shift Status - FT

There is no deadline to apply for this position; we are accepting applications on an ongoing basis until a finalist is selected.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. Gunnison Valley Health provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits Eligibility: Medical, dental, vision, health care FSA, dependent care FSA, and Lifestyle Spending Account: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period in a Full Time or Part Time position are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire. Full Time staff are automatically enrolled in 401A plan as of date of hire. Life and AD&D insurance: All active employees working 40 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date. Short-term and long-term disability: All active employees working 60 or more hours per pay period are eligible for benefits on the first of the month after hire date.

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.