Maintenance Technician (Full-Time, Temporary

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. (SVCHS) is seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Maintenance Technician to support the maintenance of our buildings, grounds, equipment, tools, and company vehicles.

This is a full-time temporary position with the potential to become a permanent position at a later date based on organizational needs, funding, and satisfactory job performance. Conversion to permanent employment is not guaranteed.

• Maintain the appearance, safety, and functionality of assigned buildings, grounds, parking areas, and fitness courses.
• Mow grass and trim around buildings, trees, shrubs, walkways, and other landscaped areas.
• Remove snow and ice from sidewalks, parking lots, entrances, and fitness courses.
• Repair cracks, potholes, and other minor conditions affecting parking lots, walkways, and fitness courses.
• Perform minor building and grounds repairs, including basic carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work within the employee’s level of training and authorization.
• Inspect and regularly replace heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning filters.
• Maintain mowers, weed eaters, and other groundskeeping equipment through routine cleaning, oil and filter changes, lubrication, and basic preventive maintenance.
• Maintain assigned tools and equipment in safe, clean, and working condition.
• Keep storage areas and shelving clean, orderly, and properly organized.
• Select and safely use the appropriate tools and equipment for each assigned task.
• Clean and assist with maintaining company vehicles in an appropriate and serviceable condition.
• Complete routine preventive maintenance assignments and promptly report needed repairs.
• Follow Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) standards, safety procedures, and required training.
• Identify and report unsafe conditions, equipment concerns, and other potential safety issues to the Operations Coordinator.
• Maintain accurate maintenance, inspection, or service records as required.
• Assist with other facility-related duties necessary to support safe and efficient organizational operations.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in building maintenance, groundskeeping, custodial services, facilities maintenance, or a related field preferred.
• Basic knowledge of grounds maintenance, hand and power tools, and minor building repairs.
• Ability to perform basic preventive maintenance on lawn and groundskeeping equipment.
• Ability to understand and follow safety procedures, equipment instructions, and work assignments.
• Ability to recognize maintenance and safety concerns and report them promptly.
• Dependable attendance, good judgment, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to communicate professionally with employees, patients, vendors, and visitors.
• Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record may be required for operation of company vehicles.

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, climb, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to safely lift and carry materials, tools, and equipment associated with maintenance work.
• Ability to safely use ladders, hand tools, power tools, lawn equipment, and snow-removal equipment.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in varying temperatures and weather conditions.
• Ability to respond to seasonal needs, including mowing, snow removal, and ice treatment.
• Ability to use required personal protective equipment and comply with all workplace safety requirements.
• Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

• Full-time
• Temporary
• Potential for future permanent employment based on…