What are the responsibilities and job description for the Facility Maintenance Technician position at VITAS Healthcare?
Facility Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing routine maintenance of VITAS offices and inpatient locations within a portion of the State of Florida. This is a key position for reporting issues, concerns and follow up on contracted services performance. The Facility Maintenance Technician will assist in the maintenance and repair of facilities and equipment by performing a variety of minor, semi-skilled electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and flooring repairs. The position will monitor outside contractors at work in various skilled repairs/replacements. 75 % travel in the Central and West coast and Northeast coast of Florida. Vehicle and tools provided.
All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with VITAS Healthcare Corporation’s policies, procedures, guidelines, contractual commitments and governmental regulations.
- Perform routine facility inspections of office and inpatient units (IPU) and report on the condition affecting operations and suggests additional repairs identified & needed
- Support any after-hours building needs and activities as required.
- Be onsite during critical repairs being performed by outside vendors and immediately report results of work completed or stage of in-process
- Be able to travel around portions of the State of Florida
- Completes or coordinates building board-ups before hurricane watches and removals afterwards
- Respond to emergencies
- Prepare and submit summary of conditions in buildings and recommend actions to be taken.
- Read, interpret and understand sketches, diagrams and contractor bids
- Assist in the repair and maintenance of electrical lighting systems and fixtures, such as changing ballast and bulbs
- Repair and replace interior plumbing fixtures as requested
- Monitor and assist in the coordination of transfer of office cubes and furniture from our regional warehouse to any of our facilities
- Cleans all VITAS Facilities on a regular basis
- Paint and Patch interior and exterior surfaces, as needed
- Regularly performs various minor landscaping tasks, as needed
- Repairs equipment & various machines/appliances (ice/water dispensers, patient beds, furniture, etc…
- Deliver excellence in “Customer Service” to our office staff
- Attend training sessions and seminars as required
- Perform related duties as required. This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees will be required to perform any other job-related duties assigned by their supervisor or management.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Experience:
- 2-4 years of related experience in commercial property maintenance with strong work ethic
- Strong mechanical aptitude of mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, electrical and HVAC
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
- Well focused and organized with attention to detail
- Self-motivated, with the ability to manage resources
- Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as part of a rotating emergency contact schedule
- Ability to review and understand equipment and methods of operation, fire/life safety procedures and requirements
- Initiative in job knowledge with willingness to improve
- Ability to work on various assignments simultaneously
- Strong interpersonal skills within all levels of the organization
- Ability to navigate within automated systems and proficiency in Outlook, Word, and Excel
Education:
Completion of high school or basic education equivalency required.
Certification & Licensure:
- Valid driver’s license and insurability under the company’s insurance policy
- Journeymen’s classification preferred
Physical Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
- Lifting up to 55 pounds
- Standing for long periods of time
- Significant walking
- Ability to climb ladder and work at heights
- Ability to drive during the day and night
Environmental/ Atmospheric Conditions
- Inside and outside work; hot and cool weather
Machines, Tools, Equipment, and Work Aids
- Tools and ladders to be provided by VITAS
- Van for daily work to be provided by VITAS
VITAS® Healthcare is the nation’s leading provider of end-of-life care, and has the resources and expertise to support your personal and professional growth. As a member of the VITAS team, you’ll find fulfillment working for a people-focused organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others. You will be more than just an employee: You will be counted on as an expert in your field, and as a valued team member whose efforts are respected and vital to our hospice mission.
All VITAS employees commit to fulfilling their duties and responsibilities with the highest regard for professionalism, collaboration and teamwork, and an eye focused constantly on growth and improvement. We serve with commitment and compassion, and position ourselves for the future by embracing, innovating, and leading change. If you are that person, make your voice heard—find your purpose at VITAS today.
Benefits Include:
- Competitive compensation
- Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
- Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- Life insurance
- 401(k) plan with numerous investment options and generous company match
- Cancer and/or critical illness benefit
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Paid Time Off
- Employee Assistance Program
- Legal Insurance
- Roadside Assistance
- Affinity Program
Many of our positions offer the opportunity to work day or night shifts, weekdays or weekends.
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