Details
Benefits
Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community
*Please note, benefits and benefits eligibility can vary by position, exclusions may apply for some roles (for example: Travel, PRN, Short-Term Option, etc.). Actual compensation offer will vary based upon role, education, experience, location, and qualifications. Connect with your Talent Advisor for additional specifics.
Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the Facilities Director, performs a variety of preventive maintenance task on hospital facilities and equipment. Make repairs to electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems, performs carpentry tasks, and maintains and repairs various equipment. Assist with major repairs and construction projects. Repair and maintain machinery and patient equipment in all hospital facilities.
Create and maintain an atmosphere of courtesy, dignity, respect, and professionalism by following the specific requirements below when dealing with patients, family members, physicians, co-workers and community members:
Treat every individual with courtesy, honesty, and respect.
Empathize with those served and worked with.
Present a positive first impression.
Maintain and display a positive attitude at all times.
Escort customers to their destination rather than pointing and giving directions.
Respect everyone's privacy and confidentiality.
Discuss personal or work issues in private.
Answer phones professionally.
Maintain clean and attractive facilities (picks up trash, reports problems, etc.).
Invoke 'Service Recovery' when warranted.
Comply with all regulatory, federal, state, and local laws, and the organization's compliance plan and code of ethics.
Comply with organizational policies and procedures, including fire, safety and infection control.
Work toward and contributes to a culture of continuous performance improvement, risk management and patient safety.
Test electrical circuits to locate problems. Replace outlets, ballasts and light switches. Assist with major electrical repairs.
Perform minor plumbing repairs such as repairing leaks, unplugging drains, and replacing valves. Install new plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, drinking fountains, and assist with major plumbing projects.
Perform a variety of carpentry tasks such as framing and finishing drywall, installing door frames and hanging doors, building walls and partitions, and constructing storage and shelving units. Assist with major construction projects. Install modular work stations.
Inspect and monitor the operation of heating and air conditioning units, checking filters, trouble shooting problems, cleaning evaporators and condenser cells, changing belts and motors, lubricating bearings and monitoring the operation of air handler units. Monitor and adjust computerized heating and air conditioning system.
Perform masonry work such as repairing sidewalks and steps, and patches holes in asphalt.
Perform roof repairs such as patching, replacing flashing, and related repairs.
Repair carpet, tiles and other floor coverings. Grouts and seals tiles and installs floor molding.
Perform interior and exterior painting, includes repairing and preparing walls for painting and applying various types of paint. May require use of ladders and scaffolding.
Perform repairs on stretchers and beds.
Perform snow removal duties when needed to promote a safe environment for visitors, patients, and staff.
Respond to emergencies, fire, Dr. Strong, Mr. Ready disaster calls, etc., when needed.
Operate tractors with mowers, riding mowers and power mowers to cut grass on the hospital property. Trims grass, trees, shrubs, and hedges with power and hand equipment. Operate power edger for sidewalks. Operates tractors with snow attachments and snow blowers to remove snow from pedestrian and traffic areas and performs other grounds task when needed.
Perform related duties when assigned.
Requirements
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Drivers License credentialed from the Michigan Department of Transportation obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
Education:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalent required.
Work Experience:
- Training in electrical, plumbing and other building trade areas preferred.
Additional Preferences
No additional preferences.
Why Join Our Team
Ascension Michigan operates 16 hospitals and more than 300 related healthcare facilities that together employ nearly 23,000 compassionate associates. When you join our care teams, you join a team dedicated to providing spiritually centered, holistic care which sustains and improves the health of the communities we serve throughout Michigan.
Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.
Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights_10_20.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp_10_20.pdf) poster.
As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.
Pay Non-Discrimination Notice (https://www.dol.gov/sites/dolgov/files/ofccp/pdf/pay-transp_%20English_formattedESQA508c.pdf)
Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.
This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.
