Facilities Technician - Smith

Facilities Technician FT - Smith

Houston Methodist

Non‑exempt

• High school diploma or equivalent education (including GED, homeschool equivalency, partial or full post‑secondary education).
• Minimum two years of general maintenance‑related experience; experience in a health‑care environment preferred.

None required.

• Demonstrates competencies necessary to safely perform duties as assessed on‑the‑job.
• Proficient in speaking, reading, writing English required for safety‑related tasks.
• Effective communication with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers; customer‑service orientation.
• Ability to complete work within designated time frames.
• Accesses information within the department and hospital system to support work.
• Basic knowledge of trade skills: carpentry, plumbing, electrical, painting, heating and cooling.
• Reads and interprets safety rules, operating instructions, and manuals.
• Performs tasks efficiently and correctly via on‑the‑job training.
• Follows detailed instructions for routine procedures and equipment operation.

• Communicates effectively with patients, family members, medical staff, co‑workers, and other hospital personnel to enhance work environment quality.
• Promotes a positive work environment and collaborates with the team.
• Uses peer‑to‑peer accountability toward department goals.

• Performs entity surveillance, rounding, issuing work orders; recommends improvements.
• Assists technicians and personnel in operating central plant(s) and facility operations.
• Seeks clarification from Senior/Lead Tech for semi‑skilled repairs.
• Conducts basic troubleshooting and maintenance repair; performs preventative inspections for HVAC, electrical, plumbing.

• Prioritizes work activities and meets timelines to optimize response time on tickets.
• Follows department safety standards and policies; educates staff on safety initiatives.
• Uses tools and equipment safely and efficiently.

• Documents work orders accurately.
• Monitors inventory of spare parts and supplies; manages time to reduce overtime.

• Participates in department projects and continuing education.
• Updates My Development Plan and discusses with management.
• Seeks opportunities for extra learning beyond baseline skills.

• Uniform:
  Yes
• Scrubs:
  No
• Business professional:
  No
• Other department‑approved:
  Yes

• Employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies (disaster, severe weather events, etc.).
• On‑call:
  Yes

• Travel specifications may vary by department.
• May require travel within Houston Metropolitan area:
  Yes
• May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area:
  No

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full‑time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care