Facilities Technician

Want to join our team We are looking for a Gacilities Technician to be responsible for the day-to-day repair preventive maintenance and general upkeep of the organizations healthcare and office facilities. Reporting to the Facilities Manager this role executes hands-on work across building systems HVAC plumbing electrical life-safety structural and grounds while supporting a clean safe and compliant environment for patients families and staff. The position operates within the standards required of a CHAP-accredited healthcare environment.

Primary Office Location: Pasadena MD and will assist covering all offices in our service area.

Schedule: Dayshift

Status: Full-time 40 hours per week

Salary: Competitive commensurate with experience education and credentialing

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBLITIES

Building Systems and Repair

• Perform routine and on-demand repairs across mechanical electrical plumbing and structural systems.
• Diagnose and resolve facility issues using hand and power tools testing instruments and manufacturer specifications.
• Support HVAC operations including filter changes condensate management thermostat checks and coordination with HVAC vendors on more complex work.
• Maintain doors locks hardware fixtures and finishes throughout the buildings.

Preventive Maintenance and Compliance

• Execute scheduled preventive maintenance assignments using the facilities work-order system (Worxhub) including weekly generator checks monthly transfer switch tests water temperature monitoring life-safety inspections and quarterly fire drills.
• Maintain accurate timely documentation of all work performed in Worxhub including labor time parts used and completion notes.
• Support CHAP-related compliance activities including environment-of-care rounds temperature logs and documentation that supports survey readiness.
• Identify and report potential code safety or compliance concerns proactively.

Vendor and Project Support

• Coordinate access for outside contractors and vendors; verify scope of work onsite and confirm completion.
• Support the Facilities & Operations Manager on capital projects including HVAC system upgrades equipment replacements and facility improvements.
• Assist with vendor walk-throughs project punch lists and post-project verification.

Safety and Environment of Care

• Perform all work in accordance with OSHA standards organizational safety policies and infection-control protocols appropriate to a hospice/inpatient environment.
• Maintain a clean organized and safe shop and storage area.
• Demonstrate awareness of patient and family presence at inpatient sites; conduct work with appropriate sensitivity quiet and professionalism.
• Maintain situational awareness of HIPAA and patient privacy considerations during work in clinical areas.

Communication and Teamwork

• Communicate proactively with the Facilities & Operations Manager regarding status blockers and escalations.
• Coordinate with clinical administrative and operations staff in a professional and respectful manner.
• Participate in continuous improvement of facilities processes PM programs and vendor management practices.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Facilities & Operations Manager.

YOUR QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade school certificate associates degree or relevant vocational training preferred.
• Minimum of three (3) years of facility maintenance building maintenance or general trades experience in a commercial institutional or healthcare setting.
• Healthcare or CHAP-accredited facility experience is not required relevant training will be provided on healthcare-specific standards CHAP environment-of-care expectations and infection-control practices.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• General mechanical electrical and plumbing aptitude across commercial building systems.
• Ability to read basic blueprints schematics and equipment manuals.
• Working knowledge of building safety systems (fire alarms sprinklers emergency power generators).
• Comfort with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS); Worxhub experience a plus but not required training provided.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Organized dependable and able to manage time across multiple sites and competing priorities.
• Ability to interact professionally with patients families clinical staff and vendors.
• Willingness to be available by phone for occasional after-hours guidance in coordination with on-call vendor coverage

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

• Work is performed across healthcare inpatient and office environments. Requires standing walking bending kneeling climbing ladders and working in confined spaces such as mechanical rooms and crawl spaces.
• Regularly lifts up to 35 pounds; occasionally up to 50 pounds with assistance.
• Exposure to typical facility maintenance conditions including dust cleaning chemicals mechanical equipment and variable indoor temperatures.
• Must possess a valid drivers license and reliable transportation for travel between sites.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.

What We Offer:

A rewarding and fulfilling career with a company that values your contributions

Competitive salary and generous paid time off including 18 vacation days 10 sick days and 8 paid holidays in your first year of employment with HOC.

Educational assistance to pursue professional development additional certifications and degree programs

Comprehensive health dental and vision coverage company-paid Short Term Disability and Life Insurance and available accident and critical illness coverage.

About Hospice of the Chesapeake

At Hospice of the Chesapeake we create meaningful experiences for those in the communities we serve who are experiencing serious advanced illness and loss. We believe truly meaningful experiences come from a partnership between highly skilled and compassionate professionals our healthcare partners and the patient and family with a primary focus on living each day to the fullest extent possible. We develop care plans to minimize symptoms articulate what matters most and remember that each moment matters.

We are Your Hometown Hospice! Over the last 45 years our team has cared for more than 50000 hospice patients and nearly 100000 family members.

To learn more please visit us at or find us on social media.

In accordance with Hospice of the Chesapeakes commitment to leadership and industry-leading care we require that all employees be vaccinated against COVID and influenza as well as being screened for TB upon hire and annually thereafter. Documented and supported requests for religious and medical accommodations may be considered but may not be approved in all circumstances.

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