General Maintenance Technician (Facilities Maintenance Building Maintenance Facilities Services)

Overview

At Augusta Health your work matters and so do you. Whether youre delivering direct patient care supporting operations or innovating behind the scenes every role contributes to our mission of promoting wellness and healing through compassionate service. We offer more than just a job we offer a purpose-driven career in a nationally recognized independent health system located in Virginias scenic Shenandoah Valley.

Learn more about career opportunities on our Careers Page .

Our team members thrive in a supportive culture that values collaboration integrity and excellence. With opportunities across clinical and non-clinical areas Augusta Health is a place where your skills make a difference and your growth is a priority.

Why Join Augusta Health

We believe in taking care of the people who care for our community. Thats why Augusta Health offers a comprehensive and thoughtfully designed benefits package that supports your well-being career development and work-life balance. Whether youre launching your career or bringing in years of experience we provide the tools resources and encouragement to help empower you to reach your full potential personally professionally and financially.

Explore our Benefits current Hiring Incentives and our Taking Care of Us initiative which embraces Belonging Respect Inclusion Diversity Growth and Equity ( B.R.I.D.G.E. ) to see how we invest in our team members and culture.

Total Rewards & Benefits ( may vary by position )

• Comprehensive insurance package including medical dental and vision coverage
• Retirement savings plans and financial wellness support programs
• Generous paid time off and flexible scheduling to promote work-life balance
• Career development programs including clinical ladders shared governance and advancement opportunities
• Personalized onboarding with dedicated preceptors and ongoing educational support
• Tuition reimbursement and access to onsite childcare
• Free onsite parking 24/7-armed security for your safety a Health Fitness Reimbursement Program and an onsite credit union and pharmacy
• Competitive pay with shift/weekend differentials
• Employee discounts at the cafeteria gift shop pharmacy and local entertainment venues (i.e. movie tickets)

Full details are available on our Benefits Page .

Job Summary

The General Maintenance Technician performs basic general preventive and corrective maintenance on buildings including basic interior and exterior repairs at the main hospital building as well as at satellite facilities. Includes basic maintenance duties such as basic repairs painting basic troubleshooting assisting with repairs of various mechanical systems assisting with grounds duties and snow removal. Participates in the hospital preventive maintenance (PM) program.

This position plays a critical role in supporting Augusta Healths mission and advancing departmental goals through measurable performance indicators and service excellence. This position contributes to a collaborative patient-centered environment and helps drive outcomes aligned with organizational priorities.

Essential Job Duties

• Installs maintains troubleshoots and repairs various building components and systems at the main hospital and satellite locations.
• Completes general maintenance work orders and performs tasks including but not limited to:
  • Performing door repairs and adjustments
  • Performing basic painting patching and wall repairs
  • Conducting minor carpentry work (e.g. hanging pictures marker boards soap/towel dispensers; assembling furniture; installing cove base)
  • Moving office furniture to support staff relocations
  • Repairing wallboard and performing touch-up painting
  • Inspecting and repairing handrails
  • Assisting with roof repairs
  • Supporting general grounds duties including snow removal
  • Performing basic plumbing repairs (e.g. sink/toilet leaks unclogging toilets)
  • Replacing burned-out light bulbs
  • Servicing and adjusting rooftop exhaust fans (e.g. replacing fan belts and bearings)
  • Performing routine cleaning and minor maintenance of hospital fleet vehicles (e.g. light bulb and windshield wiper replacement)
  • Performing basic maintenance on sterilizers and water purification equipment
  • Resetting circuit breakers
  • Repairing wheeled devices (e.g. wheelchairs dollies carts)
  • Ordering necessary parts for maintenance and repair tasks
• Assists skilled trades (Plumbing HVAC Electrical) as needed in troubleshooting and repair tasks
• Assists in other department areas (e.g. boiler room cleaning swimming pool mechanical room support)
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations. Cleans work and shop areas regularly. Tools equipment chemicals and supplies are not to be left unattended in patient care areas or other areas where they may pose a risk to patients visitors or employees.
• Performs work in a timely and orderly manner with minimal complaints or call backs. Patient concerns and the overall hospital experience must be a top priority.
• Provides after-hours call-in support on a rotating schedule and responds promptly to urgent repair needs
• Operates hospital vehicles to travel between facilities and supply locations as necessary
• Assists with snow removal during winter months
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: None
• Drivers License: Yes
  • To drive an Augusta Health Vehicle must also be 21 years old and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) must be approved by Risk Management.
• Eligibility to work in the United States and meet Virginia state employment requirements

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Completion of apprenticeship training courses or vocational training such as the Valley Career & Technical Center or Military Technical School.
• Licensure/Certification: None
• Experience: General maintenance or trade experience preferred
• Prior experience in a hospital healthcare system or related service-oriented environment
• Familiarity with Augusta Healths systems workflows or organizational culture is a plus

Competencies Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read a tape measure
• Ability to perform basic maintenance and repair tasks such as troubleshooting & repairs on a wide variety of facility components.
• Basic computer keyboard skills are necessary for sending and receiving e-mails and entering work status updates for assigned work orders.
• Must be able to climb ladders.
• Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision as well as collaboratively within a formal team environment.
• Functions effectively as a contributing member of the Plant Operations Department work team.
• Maintains responsibility for individual tasks and assignments but is not accountable for overseeing or directing the work of the team.
• Must demonstrate good troubleshooting skills.

About Augusta Health

Augusta Health is an independent nonprofit mission-driven health system located in Fishersville Virginia in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley. We offer a full continuum of inpatient and outpatient services including Augusta Medical Centera 255-bed facilityand Augusta Medical Group which operates 40 practice locations and four urgent care centers. Our commitment to excellence innovation and compassionate care makes Augusta Health a leading employer and healthcare provider in the region.

Discover more about our history values and community impact on our About Us Page .

Equal Opportunity Statement

Augusta Health recruits hires and promotes qualified candidates for employment without regard to age color disability gender identity or expression marital status national or ethnic origin political affiliation race religion sex (including pregnancy) sexual orientation veteran or military discharge status and family medical or genetic information.

We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace in accordance with federal and Virginia state employment laws.

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