Maintenance Technician

Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility):

Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington.

Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.

Responsibilities

Fairfax Behavioral Health (a UHS facility):

Fairfax Behavioral Health, founded in 1930, is a private, free-standing mental health hospital that specializes in psychiatric and detox treatment. We strive to meet and respond to the needs of our community by offering a continuum of care and evidenced-based programs at multiple locations within our region. We have behavioral health facilities and services located in Kirkland, Everett and Monroe, Washington.

Mental and behavioral health challenges are a growing concern within our communities. Whether it is ourselves or a loved one, we will all likely be affected by behavioral health and mental disorders or illness. This drives our passion for providing evidenced-based outpatient and inpatient psychiatric treatment programs with successful outcomes.

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Position Summary

The Facility Maintenance Technician performs a variety of tasks in Kirkland and at our off site facilities, including painting, drywall, carpentry, plumbing, electrical, light HVAC, testing and inspections of physical plant equipment, preventive maintenance, transportation and various janitorial duties with minimal supervision. On-call pay differential offered.

Education

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent; two year degree from technical or trade school preferred or three years applicable experience.

Experience

Must have experience in one or more of the following:
Painting and Drywall;
Healthcare facilities engineering;
Other commercial building maintenance;
Construction journeyman tradesman or equivalent trades’ skills experience.

Licensure

Must have a valid driver’s license.

Desired Qualifications

Currently hold Mechanic Evaluation and Certification for Healthcare (MECH) certification, or actively seeking to gain MECH certification; BOMA training certifications; and/or other trainings and certifications relevant to healthcare facilities, and commercial building maintenance.

Additional Requirements

Must be capable of using various software products, including but not limited to CMMS applications and MS Office. Must continually document tasks and activities throughout work shift. Must be available to participate in the on-call schedule which could require occasional weekend work. Must be adept at solution driven, professional communication with coworkers and supervisors. Must be receptive to feedback; always seeking opportunities to improve performance.

Must participate in all tasks associated with maintaining the hospital environment of care.

WHAT DO OUR CURRENT EMPLOYEES VALUE AT FAIRFAX BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND UHS?

Our team at Fairfax strives to improve the status quo surrounding mental health by providing quality care and treatment through inpatient and outpatient services. At Fairfax Behavioral Health, we remove stigmas by building bridges and awareness within our community. One of the most rewarding aspects of this job is providing excellent care, comfort, and security to the members of our community dealing with behavioral health challenges.

Supportive and responsive leadership. You are never alone, as you are part of a large network of peer co-workers that routinely exchange ideas and review current topics within the industry. Having the opportunity to grow, learn, and advance in your career. There are very robust continuing education…