What are the responsibilities and job description for the General Maintenance I position at Geisinger?
- Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components.
- Performs general carpentry in support of alterations and renovations.
- Performs masonry tasks when necessary.
- Installs dry wall, floor and ceiling systems.
- Prepares all surfaces with joint compound, caulking and sanding.
- Removes hardware and other items.
- Places masking tape and drop cloths to protect surfaces.
- Sets up scaffold and ladders for safe usage.
- Applies paints, stains and varnishes to various surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
- Returns finished area to working order.
- Uses and maintains equipment for snow removal.
- Equipment may include truck-mounted snow plow, tractor-mounted snow plow, snow throwers, shovels, brooms, etc.
- Checks fluid levels.
- Performs minor equipment repairs when necessary.
- Performs preventive maintenance and equipment checks, including: fire extinguishers, air filter cleaning and changes, belt changes and lubrication of rotating equipment.
- Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components.
- Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures, domestic water piping and equipment, and steam piping and distribution equipment including valves and radiators Installs, maintains and repairs sanitary drains, sewers, holding tanks and sewage pumps.
- Installs, maintains and repairs electrical conduits, raceways, wires and cables and circuit breakers for the supply of electrical power.
- Runs computer and other non-protected cables.
- Replaces light bulbs and lamps as required.
- Removes snow and ice and spreads salt.
- Mows and trims lawns and field areas.
- Prunes hedges and trees.
- Cleans litter.
- Rakes leaves.
- Cleans roadway drains, gutters and roof drains.
- Uses and maintains equipment for snow removal and grounds keeping, as required.
- Equipment may include truck-mounted snow plow, lawn mowers and tractors, trimmers, and chain saws, rakes, brooms, etc.
- Checks fluid levels.
- Perform minor equipment repairs when necessary.
- Maintains all tools and equipment in safe and operable condition.
- Reports problems to supervisor.
- Maintains accurate daily records of time and materials.
- Communicates, works with and assists other maintenance team members as needed.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
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Keep Marworth Running Strong—Join Our Team as a General Maintenance I.
At Geisinger Marworth Treatment Center, your work goes far beyond maintenance—it directly supports a healing environment for those on their recovery journey.
Hours for this position are 7:30 am to 4:00 pm. On-call rotation is required.
As a General Maintenance I, you’ll help ensure that every system, every building, and every acre of our expansive 136-acre campus operates safely, efficiently, and reliably.
This is a role for someone who thrives on variety, takes pride in solving problems, and enjoys seeing the immediate impact of their work.
If you’re ready to put your skills to work in a role that blends technical expertise, problem-solving, and outdoor work—all while supporting a meaningful mission—we want to hear from you. Apply today and help keep Geisinger Marworth running at its best.