Maintenance Worker

Universal Health Services Inc.; Washington; On-site; GBP 30,000 - GBP 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Maintenance Technician to join their team in Washington, England. This role involves conducting routine maintenance and repairs, assisting in safety programs, and ensuring the efficient operation of facility systems. Candidates should have strong verbal and written communication skills and preferably some experience in building maintenance. This position offers a rewarding work environment and opportunities for career development within the organization.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans

401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan

Career development opportunities

Qualifications

• Knowledge of high school level reading, writing, and arithmetic.
• Experience in building maintenance preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with safety program and conduct emergency drills.
• Develop inspection schedules and communicate with Facility Manager.
• Conduct heating and air conditioning maintenance and repairs.
• Carry out general repair and maintenance needs.
• Perform plumbing and electrical maintenance and repairs.
• Respond to alarms and codes according to safety procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Building maintenance experience

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Responsibilities

Maintenance Technician

North Star Behavioral Health, Alaska's premier mental health facility, is on a mission to provide hope and healing to individuals facing psychiatric or substance abuse challenges. We specialize in military-specific care for first responders, service members, veterans, and their dependents through the Chris Kyle Patriots Hospital. Our commitment is to prioritize patient care, offering excellence, comfort, and security during their most vulnerable moments. Join us, and you'll become part of a supportive network of peers and leaders dedicated to continuous learning and industry excellence. At North Star, your career can thrive through robust education opportunities and advancement within the Universal Health Services (UHS) network.

Who is North Star: At North Star Behavioral Health, we are dedicated to delivering a level of care that not only meets but exceeds expectations. Our vision is simple yet profound: to provide care that patients enthusiastically recommend to their family and friends, care that physicians prefer for their patients, and care that our employees take pride in delivering every day. We uphold this vision by wholeheartedly embracing the following principles:

• Service Excellence
• Continuous Improvement
• Employee Development
• Ethical and Fair Treatment
• Teamwork
• Compassion
• Innovation

Our commitment to excellence isn’t just a slogan—it's a way of life at North Star Behavioral Health. If you share these values and are passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families facing mental health challenges, we invite you to join our team.

Together, we can continue to provide the highest level of care and create a brighter future for those we serve.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Assists with the organization’s safety program including the handling of any hazardous materials and conducting regular fire, disaster, and other emergency drills.
2. Assists with the development of inspection schedules, anticipates maintenance and equipment needs, and communicates the findings to the Facility Manager.
3. Conducts routine heating and air conditioning maintenance and repair to include filter changes, clean coils, grease and oil motors, change belts in air conditioning and heating systems on the roof, in patient care areas, and other areas of the building.
4. Carries our general repair and maintenance needs.
5. Carries out routine plumbing and electrical maintenance and repair needs.
6. Responds in a timely manner to alarms and codes in accordance with safety and security policies and procedures.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:
To excel in this role, you should have:

• Knowledge of high school level reading, writing, and arithmetic, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Building maintenance experience preferred.

Benefits Highlights:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment.
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off.
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans.
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan.
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program.
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

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