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Job Overview

Overview

Shift: Full-time, Monday - Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, for 80 hours per pay period, holiday and weekend rotation

Keep critical healthcare facilities running safely and reliably as a Facility Maintenance Technician. Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, refrigeration, HVAC, and automation systems. Respond to work orders, monitor equipment, support utility and emergency systems, and document work in the CMMS. Collaborate with occupants and vendors to resolve technical issues while maintaining high safety and regulatory standards. Rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays may be required.

Why UnityPoint Health?

At UnityPoint Health, you matter. We’re proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.  Here are just a few:    

• Expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program.

• Dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members.

• Early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, tuition reimbursement to help further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family.

With a collective goal to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together.  

And, we believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is a vital part of delivering an exceptional employment experience.

Find a fulfilling career and make a difference with UnityPoint Health.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot, diagnose, install, and repair complex mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and HVAC systems using technical resources and manufacturer support.
• Serve as a subject-matter resource for maintenance teams, providing technical guidance, troubleshooting support, and off-shift assistance as needed.
• Perform advanced preventive maintenance and safety testing to keep critical equipment reliable, compliant, and operational.
• Plan and complete complex maintenance tasks and small projects, supporting major repairs and installations across facility systems.
• Partner with contractors and vendors to resolve technical issues efficiently and ensure quality work.
• Respond to fire alarms, emergencies, and disaster drills while supporting facility security and continuity of essential utilities.
• Use CMMS and other technology to document work, manage requests, track materials, and maintain accurate records.
• Monitor supplies, order parts and materials, and support purchasing and inventory needs.
• Help train team members, inspect completed work, and champion safety, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Education:

• High school graduate or GED equivalent. Alternatively, completion of a trade school diploma in a related technical field (e.g., HVAC, electrical, electronics, mechanical technology) required.
• Associate’s degree in a related technical field (e.g., HVAC, electrical, electronics, mechanical technology) from a two-year technical school or junior college preferred.

Experience:

• Four (4) years of experience in the maintenance and/or repair field with the ability to work independently required.
• Four (4) years of experience performing maintenance work within a healthcare environment preferred.
• Seven (7) years of experience in a highly technical maintenance role preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s):

• Valid driver's license required.
• Licensed HVAC in state(s) of practice preferred.
• Licensed plumber in state(s) of practice preferred.
• Licensed Electrical Contractor preferred.
• ASSE Medical Gas Systems Personnel Certification preferred.
• NICE-1 Certification preferred:
  • National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies 
• Certification Healthcare Facility Technician preferred:
  • Institute for Healthcare Facilities Engineering Advancement