Facility Maintainer Job, Full Time Evening shift, Facilities Department - Day Kimball Hospital : Job Details

Day Kimball Health is hiring for a Facility Maintainer for the Facilities Department, Full Time Evening shift job in Putnam, CT!

Why Choose Day Kimball Health? The Care You Need. Close to Home.

For nearly 130 years, Day Kimball Health has been the trusted healthcare provider for the Northeastern Connecticut community, offering accessible and compassionate care close to home. As a non-profit, integrated healthcare provider, we are committed to delivering high-quality services while maintaining a strong connection with our patients and their families. Our team of over 1,100 dedicated employees includes nearly 300 skilled physicians, surgeons, and specialists who work together to provide a comprehensive range of services through Day Kimball Hospital and Day Kimball Medical Group centers. From primary care to orthopedic and cardiac care, and hospice services, we are here for our community at every stage of life. At Day Kimball, we are passionate about both our patients and our employees. We are growing our talented team every day and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where you can thrive and make a difference. Join us in our mission to elevate community-driven healthcare and be a part of an organization that values both personal and professional growth.

Facility Maintainer Job Summary:

As the Facility Maintainer, you will be a vital member of a dynamic team responsibility for performing various maintenance, repair, and installation tasks. You will complete work requests anywhere in the facilities or on the grounds as assigned by Facilities Management supervision, work from various written and verbal instructions, layouts, sketches and diagrams, using a variety of hand tools and special purpose equipment and materials.

Facility Maintainer Job Responsibilities:

* Respond to calls for service and perform various maintenance, repair, and installation tasks and complete written work requests independently anywhere in the facilities or on the grounds as assigned by Facilities Management supervision.

* Has basic knowledge/skills in the areas of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, HVAC, mechanics, building structure, etc. in order to complete the variety of tasks required.

* Communicate appropriately with Facilities staff and other employees to ensure continuity of service. Respond in a calm, courteous, respectful manner, and take immediate and proper action.

* Assist other department maintenance personnel as needed with day-to-day work as well as projects.

* Maintain proper work records.

* Represent DKH and Facilities Management appropriately in appearance and action at all times.

Facility Maintainer Education and Experience Requirements:

* High school graduate or equivalent.

* Sufficient vocational or working experience to equal 5-7 years of experience related to job duties.

Facility Maintainer Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

* Has basic working knowledge in carpentry, electrical and mechanical fields sufficient to be able to perform basic repairs and the ability to learn more advanced duties.

* Follow technical instructions which may be oral, written, or charts and drawings.

* Use measurable and verifiable information for making decisions or judgments.

* React quickly to emergency situations and take appropriate action.

* Able to assist in moving and installing machinery, heavy furniture, dollies, rollers, and hand trucks.

* Moderate physical effort consisting of frequent (1/3 to 2/3) lifting or moving average (or= 80 lbs.) weight materials (1/3).

* Work from a crouched or bent over position and have sufficient dexterity to safely operate power tools, valves, etc.

* Performs work both inside and outside. Works from heights and works outside in a variety of weather. Works with chemicals which are potentially harmful if proper precautions are not used.

Facility Maintainer Benefits Summary:

* Medical/Dental/Vision

* Pharmacy Plan

* Basic & Supplemental Life Insurance

* Short- & Long-Term Disability

* Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account

* Accident & Critical Illness Coverage

* 401K Plan with Eligible Employer Contribution

* Vacation Time

* Sick Days

* Paid Holidays

* Education Reimbursement

* Pet Insurance

* Additional Benefits

Day Kimball Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by local, state, or federal laws. Day Kimball Health is a smoke free environment.

Are you ready to apply your expertise at the largest employer in northeastern Connecticut, known for its commitment to excellence in individualized care? Join our team as a Facility Maintainer and experience a culture of teamwork, professionalism, mutual respect, and, most importantly, a career that makes a difference!