Facilities Preventative Maintenance Tech

Facilities Preventative Maintenance Technician

 Position Title:                   Facilities Preventative Maintenance Technician

Reports To:                      Facilities Manager

FLSA Status:                    Full time - Hourly, non-exempt as defined under Fair Labor Standards Act

Location:                         Sanford Administration      

Organization Overview

The Central Florida Family Health Center, Inc. dba True Health is a private, not-for-profit federally qualified health center (FQHC) serving Central Florida since 1977. Our mission is to provide high-quality, comprehensive healthcare at a reasonable cost to everyone.    

Job Summary

The Facilities Preventative Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing scheduled maintenance and inspections on a wide range of systems and equipment. The Technician will also assist in equipment commissioning, procedure documentation, and supports general facility operations, including projects, events, and work orders as needed. This is NOT a remote position.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintains a transparent, effective relationship with the Director of Facilities and Facilities Manager and supports the organization’s activities
  • Fosters an environment and culture that focuses on fulfilling the company’s mission, vision, and values
    • Performs preventative maintenance on:

• Portable and diesel generators
• HVAC systems (e.g., RTUs, air handlers, mini splits)
• Exterior lighting and light poles
• Water heaters and plumbing components
• Lift stations and wastewater systems
• Life safety equipment (NFPA-compliant), including emergency lighting, extinguishers, alarms, and exit signage
• Exhaust fans and ventilation systems
• Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) systems
• Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
• Fleet vehicles, including routine inspections and basic servicing

• Travels to multiple locations to ensure safe, efficient, and clean operations
• Understands electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems
  • Work with members of the Leadership Team to ensure the necessary building safety and inspection information is up to date, including safety signage, OSHA regulations, safety lighting, monthly inspections, etc.
  • Accountable for equipment and supplies inventory and monitoring work areas to ensure they are clean, safe, and orderly
  • Promptly address any hazardous conditions and equipment
  • Utilize the facility inspection system
• Contributes to a professional and courteous environment for patients, staff, and guests
• Exercises knowledge of commissioning processes and documentation standards
• Reads equipment manuals, drawings, and schematics
• Plan and carry out the maintenance and cleaning of equipment or machinery in the facilities department
• Manages relationships with facilities and custodial-related vendors, external service providers, and community facility owners for proper compliance and expected preventative service levels
• Coordinate on-demand maintenance utilizing an electronic ticket system (ex. Zendesk)
• Conduct regular facility walk-throughs and inspections to review the status and needed maintenance, safety hazards, etc.
• Work as needed for any after-hours work, weekend maintenance or cleaning, or special events that may be scheduled
• Ensures all facilities maintenance is done in compliance and knowledge of all applicable building codes, company policies, and regulatory agencies
• Maintain knowledge in the prevention, mitigation, and preparation of strategies to respond in the event of a natural or man-made disaster
• Participate in the facilities department’s emergency response during unexpected severe events caused by natural or man-made disasters
• Execute minor facility projects from inception to completion 
• Review and analyze all facility expenses sustained to determine necessity
• Maintains a clean driving record

• Travel as necessary using personal vehicle (must maintain current auto insurance at own expense)

• Other responsibilities as assigned

Essential Functions

• Problem Solving                                   
• Project Management
• Customer Service
• Verbal Communication
• Written Communication
• Leadership
• Professional Judgement
• Planning/Organizing
• Adaptability
• Initiative

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: 
  1. Associate’s degree preferred
  2. High School Diploma or trade/vocational certificate required

• Experience: 
  1. Minimum of three (3) years’ facilities management or related experience preferred
  2. Knowledgeable of NFPA Standards preferred
  3. Experience with UPS/BESS systems preferred

• Licenses or Certifications: 
  1. Active Florida driver’s license
  2. EPA 608 HVAC Certification
  3. OSHA 10/30 Certification

• Criminal Background Clearance:
  1. True Health is a Health Center Program grantee under 42 U.S.C. 254b, a deemed Public Health Service employee under 42 U.S.C. 233(g)-(n), and partners with agencies that require criminal background checks. True Health has established policies and procedures that may influence the overall employment process, hiring, and “just cause” for the termination of employees. An employee’s career could be shortened if there is a violation of any policies and procedures.

Prohibited criminal behavior is defined in Florida Statute (F.S.) 408.809. Any employee arrested for any offense outlined in the F.S.408.809 will be immediately suspended and remain suspended until the charges are disposed of in court. The employee will be terminated for an arrest or conviction of any violation listed above.

DRUG/ALCOHOL SCREENINGS

A post-offer drug and alcohol screen is a requirement for employment. Failure to successfully pass the drug/alcohol screen will be cause for the offer to be rescinded. Employees are subject to random drug/alcohol screenings throughout the duration of their employment with True Health. If an employee fails to pass the drug/alcohol screening, then this shall become grounds for discipline up to and including immediate termination.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• The employee may be subject to prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and/or working on a computer.
• The employee is subject to perform repetitive hand and wrist motions. 
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. 
• The employee is occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, and move or lift up to fifty (50) pounds.
• The employee is required to use close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus.
• A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The employee will work as the needs of the operation require. Normal work days and hours are Monday through Thursday, 8am - 6pm and Fridays, 8am - 12pm; however, there will be times when the employee will need to come in or work on “off hours” or “off days” to meet the needs of the position.