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General Maintenance Worker

St Joseph Medical Center Tacoma, Washington
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The posted compensation range of $40.11 - $41.24 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

Requisition ID 2025-423378 Employment Type Full Time Department Plant Maintenance Hours/Pay Period 80 Shift Night Weekly Schedule Tuesday - Saturday (11pm - 7:30am Remote No Category Facilities Union 5119MAINT Referral Amount 5000
Responsibilities

General Maintenance Worker – Join Our Essential Team!

Are you a highly skilled and proactive technician who excels at maintaining critical infrastructure? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where your expertise directly supports patient care and hospital operations? We're actively seeking a dedicated Healthcare Equipment & Systems Technician to join our vital facilities team!

In this essential role, you'll be the backbone of our hospital's operational integrity, responsible for:

  • Comprehensive System Maintenance: Proactively performing preventative maintenance on a wide array of hospital equipment and critical systems within schedule guidelines.
  • Expert Repairs: Diagnosing and repairing crucial hospital infrastructure, including:
    • Pneumatic tube systems (keeping essential items moving rapidly)
    • Nurse call systems (ensuring seamless patient-to-staff communication)
    • Electrical and plumbing systems (maintaining core utilities)
    • Internal fire systems (prioritizing safety for everyone)
    • And similar complex equipment vital to hospital function.
  • Rapid Response: Promptly addressing calls for emergency repair, minimizing downtime and disruption.
  • Quality Assurance: Thoroughly testing new and repaired equipment to guarantee optimal performance and safety before it's returned to service.
  • HVAC Expertise: Applying your general knowledge of HVAC controls, troubleshooting, and repairs to keep our environment comfortable and regulated.
  • Meticulous Documentation: Maintaining accurate records in compliance with department standards and regulatory agency requirements.

If you're a hands-on, problem-solving professional with a strong technical background in diverse systems and a commitment to precision and safety, we encourage you to apply! Your skills are critical to our mission.


Qualifications

Education/Work Experience Requirements

Two years of recent related building maintenance work experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. Vocational training in building maintenance trades is preferred.


Overview

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Unless directed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement, applications for this position will be considered on a rolling basis. CommonSpirit Health cannot anticipate the date by which a successful candidate may be identified.

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Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible employees may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time. For more information, please visit https://www.commonspirit.careers/benefits.

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CommonSpirit Health™ is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, parental status, ancestry, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information about your EEO rights as an applicant, please click here.

CommonSpirit Health™ will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c). External hires must pass a post-offer, pre-employment background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with an arrest and/or conviction will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, ban the box laws, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by telephone at (415) 438-5575 and let us know the nature of your request. We will only respond to messages left that involve a request for a reasonable accommodation in the application process. We will accommodate the needs of any qualified candidate who requests a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). CommonSpirit Health™ participates in E-Verify.