Facility Assistant

Facility Assistant – Veterinary Hospital

Full Time, on site opportunity at Avets, 2674 Monroeville Blvd. Monroeville PA 15146 $ 22/hr + depending on experience 5 days per week, flexible starting time Occasional Emergency on call

Why join Avets? Do you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Our 24/7 Emergency and Specialty veterinary hospital is looking for a Facility Assistant to help ensure our building, equipment, and basic technology are always in top shape. You'll work closely with the Facility Manager to maintain a safe, efficient, and fully operational environment for pets, clients, and staff.

In your day-to-day, you will:

• Support daily upkeep of the hospital building (HVAC, plumbing, lighting).
• Perform basic repair jobs around the hospital.
• Serve as a backup point of contact for service vendors when the Facility Manager is unavailable.
• Ensure the hospital meets safety standards (OSHA, fire codes, etc.).
• Share on-call duties for emergencies (equipment failures, fire, evacuation).
• Provide technology and admin support by submitting tickets to our corporate IT team to coordinate guided support for basic troubleshooting of computers, printers, and phones.
• Assist in tracking IT equipment and managing maintenance schedules.
• Coordinate with external IT vendors when additional on-site support is needed.
• Enter invoice data and support billing accuracy in our accounting systems.
• Maintain and schedule routine maintenance for medical equipment (e.g., anesthesia machines, x-ray systems).
• Coordinate repairs and calibration with vendors.
• Keep compliance and service documentation up to date.
• Manage stock of medical gases and equipment parts.
• Help troubleshoot minor equipment issues for hospital staff.

What You Bring:

• Experience in facilities, operations, or technical support (ideally in healthcare, vet, or lab settings).
• Basic knowledge of IT systems and tools.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and handle urgent issues.
• Team player with clear and professional communication.
• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and move equipment.
• Experience with veterinary or medical equipment.
• Familiarity with OSHA or AAHA standards.
• Knowledge of networking or computer systems.
• Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, HVAC, electrical) are a bonus!

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance - Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best.
• FSA/HSA
• 401(k) + company match
• Employee assistance program
• Employee pet benefit discount program
• PTO and uniforms
• Professional development assistance
• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing
• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms
• We take extra care of our team by providing a stocked breakroom!

Why Join Us?

Avets is a 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Animal Hospital, dedicated to providing patients, clients, and referring veterinarians with the highest quality emergency and specialty veterinary medical care. We offer a warm, friendly atmosphere where our main goal is to provide compassionate care to our patients and clients as well as offering outstanding customer service. You'll be part of a mission-driven team in a fast-paced, 24/7 medical environment where no two days are the same.

Your work will directly support the care of patients and the people who love them.

Surrounding Areas Avets is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals across the Allegheny County plus portions of Westmoreland County area including:

• Monroeville
• Murrysville
• Plum
• Penn Hills
• Irwin
• North Versailles
• Forest Hills
• Oakmont
• Verona
• Wilkinsburg
• Churchill
• Pittsburgh (East End neighborhoods)
• Mc Keesport
• New Kensington
• Lo…