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UMH Sparrow Eaton Hospital - Maintenance Tech

University of Michigan Health - Sparrow
United States, Michigan, Charlotte
Jan 09, 2026


Job Opportunity

Job ID:52159 Positions Location: Charlotte, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job:
Description:

Positions Location: Charlotte, MI



Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

Performs general maintenance and repair tasks on various building systems; identifies system problems, coordinates service/repair needs with vendors and contractors, communicates status of issues with staff, supervisors, and patients.



Essential Duties:



  • Performs general maintenance and repair tasks on various building systems, including plumbing, electrical and HVAC; determines system problems and identifies corrective action necessary.
  • Prepares meeting rooms including setting up tables and chairs.
  • Conducts testing of various building systems such as fire extinguishers and emergency generators in accordance with regulatory requirements and Hospital policies; notifies management of malfunctions as needed. Utilizes PPE as required.
  • Responds to emergency and problem building situations; ability to be on-call.
  • Performs general grounds maintenance tasks such as pulling weeds, clearing away litter, shoveling snow, salting walkways and operating plow equipment.
  • Maintains accurate records of building maintenance activities.
  • Works cooperatively and maintains communication with other departments and external contractors to coordinate activities, resolve problems and exchange information.
  • Makes courier runs transporting mail and supplies to various departments within and outside the Hospital.
  • Maintains work areas and ensures that tools and equipment are operational, clean and orderly.
  • Attends staff meetings and in-service programs.
  • Supports and serves as a role model for our mission, vision values, and customer service initiatives. Adheres to the organization's policies & procedures and compliance guidelines.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.




Job Requirements



General Requirements * Valid Driver License
Work Experience * No experience is required. * Fork lift training--Preferred. * Prior related Hospital maintenance experience--Preferred.
Education * High school diploma or GED
Specialized Knowledge and Skills * Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment, and safety precautions involved in the maintenance and repair of building systems * Basic troubleshooting skills * Knowledge of regulatory standards and hospital policies related to the facilities management function * Written and computer skills necessary to prepare required documentation * Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate in a professional manner with staff, patients and their families, and visitors while performing assigned tasks * Analytical ability and mechanical aptitude to identify and resolve a variety of building equipment problems in a cost-effective and timely manner * Mental ability to adapt and respond to multiple priorities and demands, and respond to emergency building situations; use of PPE as required * Physical ability to reach/stoop/bend/kneel/crouch, climb ladders, lift heavy items, and properly operate tools/equipment necessary to perform required repairs * Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job


University of Michigan Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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Job Family
Service/Support/Skilled Maintenance
Requirements:



Shift Days
Degree Type / Education Level High School / GED
Status Full-time
Facility Sparrow Eaton Hospital
Experience Level New Grad


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