Maintenance II - Life Safety Technician

Core Responsibilities

• Lead complex maintenance, remodeling, and construction projects in occupied healthcare spaces.
• Perform advanced work across multiple trades (carpentry, drywall, flooring, ceilings, doors, finishes).
• Interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scope documents.
• Coordinate work with clinical staff, infection control, and facilities leadership.
• Ensure compliance with hospital safety standards, ICRA requirements, and applicable codes.
• Mentor and guide Maintenance/Construction Worker 2 and 3 staff.
• Serve as lead responder for urgent repairs related to building structure and finishes.
• Inspect completed work for quality, safety, and compliance.
• Participate in on-call rotation and respond to facility emergencies as required.
• Other duties as assigned

• Regulatory Compliance:
• Interpret and enforce guidelines from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA 101/99 Life Safety Code), DNV, CMS, and OSHA.
• Advanced knowledge of commercial construction and hospital maintenance practices.
• 8+ years of maintenance or construction experience (healthcare preferred).
• Demonstrated leadership or lead-worker experience.
• Trade certifications or specialized training preferred.
• System Maintenance: Schedule, track, and document regular inspections and testing for fire alarms, smoke detectors, automated sprinklers, and emergency exit lighting, elevators, etc.
• Interim Life Safety Measures (ILSM): Implement and monitor necessary safety mitigations during active facility construction, renovation, or equipment downtime.
• Drills and Training: Design and execute routine fire drills, evacuate training exercises, and disaster preparedness courses for healthcare staff.
• Incident Investigation: Act as the primary investigator for workplace safety accidents, electrical failures, hazards, or near-miss events to determine root causes.
• Audit Readiness: Collect, manage, and file exhaustive physical safety logs to provide to state and national healthcare inspectors during unannounced facility surveys.

Professional Requirements

• Ensures that appearance and personal conduct are professional at all times.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Wears appropriate clothing for job functions. Wears ID badge.
• Works at maintaining a good rapport and a cooperative working relationship with physicians, administration, and staff.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner in the community.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.