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.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• 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.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Physical and Work Requirements

• 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.

Employment Information

• Full-time
• Temporary
• Potential for future permanent employment based on organizational needs, funding, and satisfactory performance
• Permanent placement is not guaranteed
• Eligible for full-time benefits participation
• Salary range: $16.00 - $22.00 per hour

Why Join SVCHS?

The Maintenance Technician plays an important role in creating a safe, clean, functional, and welcoming environment for our patients, employees, and communities. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to the daily operations of a community-focused healthcare organization while demonstrating reliability, practical maintenance skills, and a strong commitment to workplace safety.

Southwest Virginia Community Health Systems, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without unlawful discrimination based on any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.