Job Title:Maintenance Technician or Senior Maintenance Technician

Department: Facilities – Maintenance – Plant Services

Hiring Manager: Director of Facilities

INTERRELATIONSHIPS:

Works closely with the Director, the Senior Technician, and all other departments with which he may come in contact; also, with patients, visitors, and outside contacts with vendors.

JOB SUMMARY:

Performs assigned preventive maintenance tasks, testing, inspections, and on-site repairs when appropriate. Reports problems or potential problems to the Director. Completes in a timely manner, daily repair requests and assigned work requests involving: landscaping, automotive, carpentry, plumbing, and basic electrical skills. Responsible and reliable problem solver that follows department Policies and Procedures. May supervise other department staff and or vendors as directed.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responds to all daily repairs and work orders as assigned.
2. Performs assigned preventive maintenance inspections, and tests according to department policy as assigned
3. Troubleshoot mechanical & electrical systems in support of plant operations. Must be able to recommend repair options and collaborate with the department staff.
4. Complete routine tasks in accordance with SOP’s.
5. Perform ground maintenance: snow removal, lawn care, and parking lot maintenance as assigned. 
6. Perform rough and finish carpentry (start to finish) as assigned.
7. Perform schedules and monitor all hospital vehicles for all needed maintenance to include vehicle registration and inspection.
8. Perform repairs as assigned in the maintenance of the hospital, satellite operations, and lease and rental property.
9. Reviews department Policies and Procedures annually.
10. Successfully completed annual mandatory training (Elsevier).
11. Performs “on-call duties” assigned (rotating schedule).
12. Remains informed of Critical Access Hospital Condition of Participation (CAH COP) standards related to plant technology and safety management programs and perform assigned duties in order to comply with such standard

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education

Minimum High school diploma with one year of experience in maintenance work and building trades. General carpentry, plumbing, automotive, and base electrical skills are a must.

Work Experience

Must be familiar with building maintenance techniques, equipment, and operation of the plumbing, heating systems, sanitation, refrigeration, and electrical systems. Must have the general knowledge to be able to detect malfunctioning equipment and see that it is repaired. Strong troubleshooting skills are a must. The position requires the ability to work with minimal direction.

Physical Demands

Standing or walking more than 75% of the day. Handle loads weighing up to 50 lbs. with heavier loads handled with aid of a helper or mechanical equipment. They stoop and climb frequently. Works both inside and outside. May be required to work long hours under stress in an emergency situation.

About Cottage Hospital

For almost 119 years, Cottage Hospital has served the residents of the Upper Connecticut Valley. “We’ve created an atmosphere where everyone strives for excellence. This culture of excellence is evident in the hospital's quality results."

Today, Cottage Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital that continues to be recognized for providing exemplary care. We are a highly rated organization that puts the consumer first by offering cutting-edge services at a reasonable cost. A designated Trauma Center for adults and pediatrics, the hospital also boasts a multi-specialty Rural Health Clinic, the Center of Orthopedic Excellence, and the Ray of Hope acute voluntary inpatient mental health unit. The hospital has a Transfer Center to accept medical, surgical, and trauma patients from other rural and critical access hospitals.

Working at Cottage: Facilities – Maintenance – Plant Services

The Maintenance Department at Cottage Hospital provides support for all areas of the Hospital 24/7. We are a small campus facility in a non-urban setting with a diversified workload. Approximately 40% of this position involves routine tasks (planned and scheduled maintenance) throughout the campus. The balance of the workload is a mixed variety of landscaping, carpentry, and plumbing tasks in all areas of the campus. 

Our Teams Work Dynamic

• The department is comprised of (4) full-time staff members.
• The department has several Per Diem Staff that cover vacations and help with on-call support.
• The department is staffed from 6 am to 4 pm. 5 days per week.
  • The department is closed on weekends and Holidays (covered by On Call Person)
  • The normal day is 7.5 hours and the department Director will set your shift schedule.
  • Special projects and or emergencies may require overtime and or an alternate work schedule.
• On Call is a requirement for all department staff:
  • It lasts for 7 consecutive days.
  • When the department is fully staffed, the On-Call rotation is approximately every 4^th week.

The position requires staff to have the following skills to be able to successfully perform assigned tasks:

• • Rough & finish carpentry
  • Drywall installation and finishing
  • Interior and exterior painting
  • Plumbing and piping repairs
  • Knowledge of basic electrical circuits and systems (commercial/residential)
  • Must have basic computer skills (Microsoft Office) and the ability to learn custom-building security and access control software.

Words from Director: Facilities – Maintenance – Plant Services

“The Maintenance department is full of staff who are willing to share their knowledge and train other department staff. They are committed to the facility and routinely work together to cover for one another when someone has a personal obligation. We are a small tight-knit group with a diverse background that includes: Military, Automotive, Excavation & Landscaping, Steam & Power generation experience.” This is a great opportunity to learn and grow skills in the healthcare industry!