Come be a part of the GCH team! GCH is not only named one of the Top 100 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation, but was recently named one of the TOP 20. We pride ourselves on our excellent patient care and exceptional staff, and we are looking to add to our team!

GCH is dedicated to providing our employees not just a job, but a career where they can grow and have their voices heard. GCH offers an extensive benefits discount including:

• Professional Development Packages (shared governance committees, tuition reimbursement, & education/licensure assistance)
• Competitive compensation
• For benefit eligible positions - generous PTO, full benefits package, IPERS, and employee discounts for GCH & Clinic services
• Work/Life Balance Perks (free fitness center membership, discounted personal training, discounted meals, & EAP)

JOB SUMMARY: Repairs and maintains through corrective and preventative maintenance, hospital buildings, grounds and equipment to ensure safe and effective operations.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Monitors, inspects, and ensures the safe and efficient function and operation of all buildings, equipment, systems, and grounds.
• Operates, maintains, and tests boilers.
• Observes, tests, and logs data related to various meters, generators, and gauges.
• Performs safety tests on electrical lighting, emergency generators, alarm systems, communication systems, medical equipment and HVAC system and takes appropriate action for safe operation.
• Keeps record of all the hospital systems, schedules and preventative maintenance as needed.
• Performs regular inspections of equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedule.
• Performs repairs on any equipment for building and grounds.
• Analyzes repairs as required, follows appropriate safety procedures and initiates repairs.
• Performs regular inspections of equipment in accordance with preventative maintenance schedule.
• Repairs/replaces equipment and parts or work with outside contractor (if necessary to accomplish).
• Repairs plumbing, Electrical, HVAC problems as necessary.
• Maintains the physical plant, grounds, and equipment of the hospital.
• Works with outside vendors and contractors if necessary to ensure a successful project.
• Ensures safe access to the hospital and facility grounds.
• Performs basic grounds maintenance.
• Removes snow, mows, does yard work, and paints.
• Checks on chillers and HVAC units.
• Responds to work orders and various requests to maintain an efficient and effective workplace.
• Completes work orders as assigned in a timely manner.
• Empties biohazard container in X-Ray weekly. Takes out biohazard boxes to garage for storage and pick up tags accordingly.
• Paints patient rooms, completes special projects and new construction as necessary.
• Helps set up rooms for meetings.
• Presents self in a professional manner. Enhances professional growth and development through educational opportunities relevant to the job, as well as reading and/or contributing to current literature.
• Seeks opportunities for continued growth and performance improvement
• Always maintains a professional appearance and manner
• Dependable and completes work in a timely manner
• Demonstrates an understanding and emphasis on quantity, quality, and knowledge of duties and tasks
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Follows HIPAA regulations and ensures that the confidentiality of patients’ medical, personal, and financial records; employee records; and organizational records is maintained.

This job description is not designed
to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, analyze, and correctly interpret manufacturer's specifications for the proper operation and preventive maintenance of equipment, which is used within the facility
• Knowledge of all areas carpentry, plumbing, electricity, electronics, etc.
• Must have a valid driver’s license