Hospital Maintenance Staff

Job Title: Hospital Maintenance Staff
Department: Maintenance / Engineering
Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor

Job Summary

The Hospital Maintenance Staff is responsible for maintaining the hospital’s facilities, equipment, utilities, and physical infrastructure in safe, functional, and reliable condition. The position performs preventive and corrective maintenance and responds promptly to repair and maintenance requests to support uninterrupted hospital operations.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate, preferably with a technical/vocational course in Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or a related field.
• Previous experience in building, facility, or hospital maintenance is an advantage.
• Knowledge of basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, mechanical, and general repair work.
• Able to use basic maintenance tools and equipment safely.
• Physically fit and capable of performing maintenance-related tasks.
• Willing to work on shifting schedules, weekends, holidays, or on-call assignments when required.
• Must observe hospital safety, infection prevention, and occupational health and safety procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct routine inspection of hospital facilities, equipment, and utilities to identify maintenance needs.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance of electrical, plumbing, mechanical, HVAC, and other hospital systems.
• Respond promptly to repair requests from hospital departments and address maintenance concerns appropriately.
• Perform basic electrical repairs, including lighting fixtures, switches, outlets, and other electrical components.
• Perform plumbing repairs and maintenance, including faucets, pipes, toilets, drainage, and water supply systems.
• Perform basic carpentry, painting, masonry, and other facility repairs as needed.
• Monitor and maintain hospital equipment and facilities to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Assist in the installation, transfer, repair, and maintenance of hospital equipment and fixtures.
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance activities and maintain proper documentation of completed work.
• Report major defects, equipment breakdowns, safety hazards, and repairs requiring specialized contractors to the Maintenance Supervisor.
• Maintain an adequate inventory of maintenance tools, materials, and supplies.
• Ensure proper use, care, and storage of maintenance tools and equipment.
• Maintain cleanliness and orderliness of maintenance work areas.
• Follow hospital safety policies, infection prevention and control procedures, and applicable occupational safety requirements.
• Assist during emergencies involving power, water, mechanical, or facility-related problems.
• Perform other maintenance-related duties as assigned by the supervisor or management.

Key Competencies

• Technical and troubleshooting skills
• Basic electrical and plumbing knowledge
• Preventive maintenance
• Problem-solving skills
• Safety awareness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliability and responsiveness
• Good communication skills

Work Location: In person