Facilities Technician I

Why ThedaCare?   

Living A Life Inspired!

Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world. 

At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility.  A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you’re interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.

Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness –

• Lifestyle Engagement
  • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support  

• Access & Affordability
  • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!

Summary :

The Facilities Technician I performs scheduled and unscheduled building maintenance tasks such as general maintenance, carpentry, electrical, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, plumbing, power plant, painting, and building and grounds. Works efficiently to maintain ThedaCare facilities in a safe and pleasant condition.

Job Description:

SCHEDULE:

• Full time, benefit eligible
• 40 hrs/week
• 6:30am -3:00pm
• Call rotation, 60 min response time
• Preferred experience: steam boiler and/or HVAC

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs minimizing risks to patients and team members to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service.

2. Maintains compliance with safety procedures and city, county, state, and national ordinances and codes.

3. Inspects buildings, systems, components, and other structures to determine functional status of the equipment.

4. Detects malfunctions and the need for repairs by making notes and recommendations within a standardized maintenance program.

5. Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance for the following based on qualifications and/or skills:

• aElectrical equipment including replacement or repair of light fixtures, ballasts, incandescent and fluorescent bulbs and tubes, sockets, fuses, minor appliances, and cords using appropriate hand, power, and specialty tools.
• Plumbing equipment and systems including replacement or repair of leaks in drains and faucets, unclogging of drains, and miscellaneous repairs.
• HVAC equipment and systems including replacement of filters, belts, clean coils, and intake screens, cleaning and replacement of piping and tubing for ice machines and refrigerators, and cleaning and sanitizing of water and refrigeration equipment to ensure the facility meets all healthcare environment standards.
• Power plant equipment and systems (i.e., boilers, hot and cold water systems, chiller plants, and water softener systems).
• General building maintenance (i.e., build, install, and/or modify campus workspaces, hang doors, fix locks and handles, move equipment and furnishings) to accommodate user needs and maximize space using various hand, power, and specialty tools, dollies, and hand trucks.
• Patient care equipment, fire detection and extinguishing system, and ancillary healthcare systems (i.e., tube system).
• General carpentry work including repair or replacement of cabinetry, shelves, furniture, doors, and hardware.
• Prepares surfaces by applying coats of paint, varnish, stain, enamel, or lacquer to decorate and protect interior or exterior surfaces. Inspects, caulks, and repairs fire and smoke walls. Hangs pictures, banners, frames, etc., according to ThedaCare standards.
• Exterior buildings and grounds.

6. Orders parts and maintains required documents.

7. Performs other work as assigned.

8. Attends training sessions and seminars to achieve and/or maintain qualifications or certifications.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED

• One year of technical/trade school training or one year of experience in maintenance or a related field

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance

• Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Occasional exposure to sharp objects and instruments

• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock

• Frequent high noise level in work environment

• Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents

• Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Scheduled FTE:

1

Location:

ThedaCare Medical Center - Berlin - Berlin,Wisconsin

Overtime Exempt:

No

Worker Shift Details:

Days