Snow Removal & Facilities Support Technician

Snow Removal & Facilities Support Technician

• Facility Kootenai Health
• Department Facilities - Facility Engineering
• Schedule/Shift/Hours Temporary (Agency Contractor/Traveler) - Days

Snow Removal & Facilities Support Technician

About the Job:
This is a temporary position

Position Summary: Responsible for maintaining safe and accessible hospital grounds during winter weather by performing snow and ice removal. When snow removal is not required, assists with general maintenance tasks within the hospital, including painting, moving furniture and equipment, and hanging items as needed.

Responsibilities
:

• Performs snow and ice removal on sidewalks, entrances, and designated areas to ensure safe access to patients, visitors, and staff
• Operates snow removal equipment such as shovels, snow blowers, and small machinery safely and efficiently
• Applies ice melt or sand to prevent slippery conditions
• Assists with general maintenance tasks, including painting walls, moving furniture and equipment, and hanging signage or artwork
• Responds promptly to work orders and requests from the Facility Engineering team
• Maintains tools and equipment in good working condition
• Follows all safety protocols and infection control guidelines
• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Competent to meet age-specific needs of the unit assigned

Requirements and Minimum Qualifications
:

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred
• Basic knowledge of snow removal techniques and equipment operation
• Ability to use hand tools and painting equipment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently or as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills for coordinating tasks and responding to requests

Working Conditions
:

• Must be able to lift and move up to 50 lbs
• Must be able to climb stairs or ladders
• Required to bend
• Must be able to maintain a standing and/or sitting position
• Must be able to push, pull, or transport heavy equipment
• Must be able to communicate and exchange accurate information
• Exposure to heat and cold for short periods of time
• Repetitive movements

About Kootenai Health

Kootenai Health is a highly esteemed healthcare organization serving patients throughout northern Idaho and the Inland Northwest. We have been recognized with many accolades and distinctions, including being a Gallup Great Workplace, No. 1 Best Place to Work in Large Healthcare Organizations, and Magnet™ Status for Nursing Excellence. We pride ourselves on our outstanding reputation as an employer and a healthcare provider.

As your next employer, we are excited to offer you:

• Kootenai Health offers comprehensive medical plan options, including options for fully paid employer premiums for our full-time employees. For part-time employees, we offer the same plan options with affordable part-time premiums. In addition to medical insurance, we offer many voluntary benefits ranging from dental and vision to life and pet insurance. Kootenai Health also offers well-being resources and telemedicine service options to all employees, regardless of benefit eligibility.
  
  Benefits begin on the 1 st of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Kootenai Health’s tuition assistance program is available after 90 days. If you want to further your education, we’ll help you pay for it
• Kootenai Health sponsors retirement plans for employees that enable you to save money on a pre-tax and Roth after tax basis for your retirement. Kootenai Health will match your contributions based on years of service ranging from 3-6 percent.
• Competitive salaries with night, weekend, and PRN shift differentials
• An award-winning and incentive-driven wellness program. Including a MyHealth corporate team, onsite financial seminars, and coaching
• Employees receive discounts at The Wellness Bar, PEAK Fitness, and more
• Robust and interactive employee referral program
• And much more

If you strive to be an integral part of a high-quality healthcare system like Kootenai Health, we want to meet you!

Apply today! You can also contact the HR Front Desk at  or email careers with any questions.

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