Maintenance Technician - Level 2
Petersburg, VA (100% onsite)
1+ Months Contract (Possibility for extension)
Why is the Position Open?
The site is experiencing an increase in vacancies and additional staffing needs. The team is also supporting coverage for an employee currently on parental leave, with additional openings expected in the near future.
Schedule
- Hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30/4:00 PM
Work Environment
- Hospital and healthcare environment
- Strong focus on infection control procedures and maintaining clean work areas
- Candidates must be professional, courteous, and comfortable working around patients, visitors, and healthcare staff
- On-the-job training will be provided for facility-specific procedures
- New technician will initially be paired with experienced team members
Team Overview
- Hiring Manager plus 6 existing Maintenance Technicians
- This contractor will serve as the 7th technician on the team
- Collaborative team environment with support and training available
Day-to-Day Responsibilities
- Replace stained ceiling tiles
- Replace light bulbs and lighting components
- Hang signs, fixtures, and other items on walls
- Perform minor plumbing repairs
- Inspect exit lights and building safety equipment
- Assist with preventative maintenance activities
- Support HVAC maintenance and repairs as needed
- Complete general handyman and facility maintenance tasks
- Assist team members with larger maintenance projects when required
Licenses & Certifications
- Certifications are not required
- Trade-related certifications are considered a strong plus
Required Skills & Experience
- HVAC experience strongly preferred
- Plumbing experience preferred
- General maintenance and handyman experience
- Ability to safely use hand tools and basic maintenance equipment
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Ability to work professionally in a healthcare setting
- Less emphasis on electrical experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous healthcare or hospital maintenance experience
- Trade school education
- HVAC troubleshooting and repair experience
- Well-rounded facilities maintenance background
Soft Skills
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong customer service mindset
- Polite and courteous communication style
- Reliability and dependability
- Team-oriented attitude
- Willingness to learn
Education Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Trade school education preferred
Experience Requirements
- 2-4 years of maintenance, facilities, HVAC, plumbing, or related experience
Software Requirements
- No specific software requirements
Interview Process
- 1st Round: Phone or Microsoft Teams interview with Hiring Manager
- 2nd Round: In-person interview
- Hiring decision to follow after interviews
Additional Notes
- Healthcare experience is highly preferred but not required.
- Hiring Manager is looking for someone with a strong maintenance technician or handyman background who can safely work in a hospital environment.
- HVAC experience is the most desirable technical skill for this opening.
- Candidates should be comfortable performing a wide variety of basic maintenance tasks rather than specializing in a single trade.
- Heavy-duty tasks are generally handled by existing team members, though this position may assist as needed.
- Professionalism and the ability to interact appropriately in patient-facing environments are critical to success in this role.
Ideal Candidate Summary
The Hiring Manager is seeking a dependable Maintenance Technician with a strong general maintenance background and HVAC experience. The ideal candidate is comfortable performing a variety of facility maintenance tasks including minor plumbing repairs, light HVAC work, ceiling tile replacement, lighting maintenance, and general handyman duties. Candidates with previous healthcare or hospital experience will stand out, but the most important qualities are professionalism, a strong work ethic, technical aptitude, and the ability to work respectfully within a healthcare environment.