Maintenance Tech

Position Summary

The Maintenance Technician is responsible for performing skilled and semi-skilled maintenance, repair, and facility support services to ensure the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of a Tribal 638 health clinic. This role supports patient care areas, administrative offices, equipment, and grounds by conducting preventive maintenance, responding to work orders, and assisting with facility upkeep in accordance with tribal, federal, and healthcare regulatory standards while respecting cultural values and community needs.

• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on facility systems and components, including HVAC, plumbing, electrical, lighting, carpentry, doors, locks, flooring, and general building systems.
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests, safety concerns, and emergency repair needs to minimize disruption to patient care and clinic operations.
• Conduct regular inspections of patient care areas, administrative spaces, mechanical rooms, storage areas, and exterior grounds to identify maintenance needs, safety hazards, and compliance issues.
• Support infection control and healthcare safety standards by ensuring maintenance activities are performed in compliance with clinic and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with maintaining and monitoring emergency and life-safety systems, including fire alarms, fire suppression systems, generators, and backup power.
• Maintain clinic grounds and exterior areas, including snow removal, seasonal tasks, and coordination of landscaping or exterior services.
• Install, repair, or assist with fixtures, furniture, shelving, equipment, and minor construction or remodeling projects.
• Coordinate with vendors, contractors, and inspectors; monitor onsite work to ensure quality, safety, and compliance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, work orders, inspection records, and inventories of tools, supplies, and equipment.
• Ensure safe handling, storage, and use of tools, chemicals, and materials.
• Participate in emergency preparedness activities, safety drills, and facility compliance audits.
• Support sustainability, energy efficiency, and continuous improvement initiatives as applicable.
• Follow all clinic, Tribal, safety, and confidentiality policies, including HIPAA.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support clinic operations.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in facilities maintenance, building operations, construction, or a related field.
• Working knowledge of general maintenance practices, including basic HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry systems.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, manuals, diagrams, and safety instructions.
• Valid driver's license.
• Ability to pass background and credentialing requirements applicable to healthcare and Tribal settings.

• Experience working in a healthcare facility, Tribal organization, or 638 health system.
• Certification or formal training in one or more trades (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, carpentry, or facilities maintenance).
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.
• Knowledge of healthcare and life-safety standards (CMS, IHS, OSHA, NFPA, TJC, or similar).
• Familiarity with maintenance management or work order software systems.
• Knowledge of Tribal culture, values, and community-based service delivery.

• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple work orders effectively.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Effective communication and customer service skills when interacting with staff, patients, and vendors.
• Ability to safely operate hand tools, power tools, ladders, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to maintain professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality at all times.

• Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds.
• Frequent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and climbing ladders.
• Ability to work in mechanical rooms, crawl spaces, attics, and outdoor environments in varying weather conditions.

• Submit a completed application with supporting documents via the online portal.
• Applications are available at Warm Valley Health Care or for more information contact Stacie Fagerstone, Executive Director-HR via email erstonelth.

Preference will be given to qualified Eastern Shoshone tribal members, then other qualified federally recognized Indian tribal members and then other qualified candidates.

• Applicants must submit a copy of Tribal Enrollment card or CIB for Indian Preference.
• Veterans who meet the minimum qualifications and provide documentation of an honorable discharge (DD214) from any branch of military service are entitled to receive preference points during the interview process.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a negative drug test, reference checks and background check. Refusal to undergo required testing or testing positive will render the…