Facilities Technician

Overview

Superior Ambulance Service started in 1959 with one ambulance and today is the largest independent, locally owned, and operated emergency medical services provider in the Midwest. Superior employs more than 4,000 licensed EMTs, Paramedics and Nurses, operating a fleet of more than 800 ambulances throughout Illinois, Indiana, Ohio, Michigan, and Wisconsin. Superior also provides Critical Care, helicopter, and fixed wing emergency medical transportation.

Under the general supervision of the Director of Logistics and External Relations, the Facility Manager performs a variety of work in the maintenance and repair of buildings and grounds of various facilities. 

One primary goal of Superior Ambulance is to provide high quality support to the employees it serves. Such a level of quality depends ultimately on the staff's desire and ability to work together, individually, and as a team. The employee is expected to be professional, punctual, maintain regular attendance, cooperative, organized, and enthusiastic at all times.

Responsibilities

This position requires an assortment of HVAC skills along with basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and general handyman skills.

This position services several locations in Illinois and travel is required. Company vehicle and tools will be provided.

• Regular building repairs and maintenance including but not limited to:
  • Fixing/Installing light fixtures, replacing bulbs
  • Laying flooring
  • Building/fixing furniture, installing blinds
  • Fixing/installing bathroom & kitchen fixtures
  • Fixing/installing water heaters
  • Fixing/installing power reels
  • Adding/moving power outlets
  • Mounting TVs
• General labor including but not limited to:
  • Removing detritus
  • Moving/setting up furniture for new stations
  • Moving/arranging items for storage
• Occasional use of a moving truck may be required

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic carpentry, electric, plumbing, and general maintenance skills
• Ability to communicate clearly with customers regarding timelines and needs
• Creative problem solving is a plus!

Physical Requirements 

• Frequent:  kneeling, stooping, stretching, bending, leaning; must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
• Frequent:  hearing/listening, clear speech, reaching, touching, typing
• Prompt and regular attendance at work.
• Ability to perform visual inspections.
• Must have a valid driver’s license. 

Working Environment 

Works outdoors and indoors with occasional exposure to hazardous conditions and to blood/body fluids, fumes/odors, extended day, and temperature changes.  Frequently works with others, face-to-face contact with others with exposure to noise, mechanical equipment, and electrical equipment.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health/dental/life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunity for Career Growth

Salary Range

USD $25.00 - USD $30.00 /Hr. rates offered based on years of experience