Maintenance Tech - Full time
UHS
Summary
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of routine and preventive maintenance duties to ensure the safety, security, functionality, and appearance of the behavioral health hospital's buildings and equipment. This position supports a therapeutic healing environment by maintaining hospital facilities in compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
Job description
Job Summary - Maintenance Technician
The Maintenance Worker is responsible for performing a variety of routine and preventive maintenance duties to ensure the safety, security, functionality, and appearance of the behavioral health hospital's buildings and equipment. This position supports a therapeutic healing environment by maintaining hospital facilities in compliance with regulatory, safety, and environmental standards.
Primary Responsibilities
- Perform all tasks such as painting, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, preventive maintenance, HVAC and tests and inspections of the physical plant.
- Clean and change air filters as required through the Preventive Maintenance Program.
- Clean kitchen grease traps and stove hood filters.
- Dispose of infectious/contaminated waste from the facility.
- Operate and maintain emergency power plant.
- Maintain all light fixtures in good working condition and change light bulbs as needed.
- Perform preventive maintenance electrical test as well as the removal, installation and repair of all mechanical/electrical equipment with direct supervision of a supervisor.
- Conduct inspections of patient care areas, offices, common spaces, to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs.
- Repair and maintain plumbing, electrical, HVAC, painting, carpentry, and mechanical systems within the scope of training and competency.
- Respond promptly to work orders, maintenance requests, and emergency situations.
- Assist in monitoring fire safety equipment, life safety systems, and emergency preparedness equipment.
Must have HVAC certification. The work hours are: Full time - 7:00am - 3:30pm
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- Valid Louisiana Driver License
- Current HVAC certification
- Three (3) years of related experience
- Three years of experience in a hospital (preferred)
Benefits
- Student Loan Forgiveness Program
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(k) Matching
- Discounted Stock Plan
- SoFi Student Loan Refinancing
- Paid Time Off
Company overview
Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) is one of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, operating as a Fortune 300 corporation headquartered in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1979, UHS has grown into a major healthcare enterprise with approximately 99,000 employees and annual revenues exceeding $14 billion. The company operates through its subsidiaries, managing 29 acute care hospitals, 331 behavioral health facilities, and 60 outpatient and other facilities across 39 U.S. states, Washington D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. UHS provides comprehensive healthcare services including acute care, behavioral health treatment, cancer centers, and ambulatory surgical centers. The company's strategy focuses on building or acquiring high-quality hospitals in rapidly growing markets and investing in advanced medical equipment and skilled personnel to become the leading healthcare provider in each community it serves. UHS is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: UHS) and has established a strong reputation for delivering compassionate, high-quality care while maintaining financial stability and operational excellence.