Maintenance Specialist I

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Job Description:

As an Environment of Care Specialist, you will:

• Reduce and control environmental hazards and risks to prevent accidents and injuries.
• Maintain safe conditions for patients, staff, and visitors.
• Conduct daily safety walkthroughs of assigned buildings and document findings.
• Monitor and conduct audits to verify compliance and identify risks within the care environment.
• Provide training related to identified gaps, risks, or regulatory requirements.
• Conduct regulatory and accreditation drills and exercises, including documentation, evaluation, and follow-up corrective actions.
• Review patient and staff incident and injury reports, enter data into tracking systems, and recommend corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
• Perform risk assessments to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Develop agendas and facilitate Environment of Care subcommittee meetings.
• Assist with the development and revision of policies and procedures related to Environment of Care, Life Safety, and Emergency Management.
• Plan and deliver training to staff on applicable standards, regulations, and safety practices.

Requirements / Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications: Associates degree or equivalent vocational education in construction, industrial engineering, HVAC, welding, or other building trade. Experience in building maintenance, a mechanical trade, or performing safety inspections, investigations or training may be substituted for education on a year-for-year basis as determined appropriate by the agency. Experience may substitute for education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Qualifications

• Emergency Management Certification
• Experience working in a healthcare setting
• Certifications such as Certified Professional in Patient Safety (CPPS)
• Knowledge of:
  • Building maintenance and environment of care safety practices
  • Occupational hazards and safety precautions in healthcare maintenance
  • Fire codes and fire prevention regulations
• Experience performing safety inspections, investigations, and delivering safety training
• Strong communication skills with the ability to educate and train others in accident prevention and safety

Other:

• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Must possess a valid driver's license

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Maintenance and safety practices and procedures
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions
• Fire codes and fire prevention regulations

Skill in:

• Basic office and computer applications, including email, procurement systems, and building system applications

Ability to:

• Communicate effectively and follow written and verbal instructions
• Read and comprehend blueprints, manuals, and reference materials
• Perform skilled maintenance work across multiple building and mechanical trades
• Troubleshoot issues and determine necessary materials and equipment
• Perform physical tasks including manual labor, working in tight spaces, and climbing ladders or scaffolding
• Conduct inspections, identify safety hazards, and educate/train others on accident prevention and safety

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