Facilities General Maintenance Technician – Level II
Description
Starting Pay: $16.00 per hour | Pay is based on skills and experience
Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI) is actively recruiting for a Full-Time, Facilities General Maintenance Technician – Level II to join our team at Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, TX.
Location: Valley Baptist Medical Center – Harlingen, TX 78550
The Facilities General Maintenance Technician – Level II is a hands-on maintenance professional responsible for performing preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and general building maintenance throughout a hospital and associated facilities. This position supports the daily operation of hospital buildings, equipment, and systems by performing maintenance and repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, painting, and other general building systems within the technician's training and qualifications. The ideal candidate has a well-rounded maintenance background, strong mechanical aptitude, good troubleshooting skills, and the ability to work independently on routine assignments while collaborating with the facilities maintenance team on more complex repairs.
Healthcare or hospital maintenance experience is PREFERRED but not required. The position reports to the Facility Supervisor and Facility Manager.
Schedule
- Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
- Schedule options: Sunday–Thursday, Monday–Friday, or Tuesday–Saturday
- A flexible schedule may occasionally be assigned based on client and facility needs.
Only local candidates will be considered. Relocation assistance is not available.
Why Work for VRI?
At Vanguard Resources, Inc. (VRI), you're more than just a maintenance technician—you're part of a team that keeps a hospital running and makes a difference every day.
We value skilled, dependable maintenance professionals and provide the stability, support, training, and opportunities to build a long-term career.
When you join VRI, you can expect:
- Starting pay of $16.00 per hour; pay based on skills and experience.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Medical, dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Company-paid basic life insurance.
- Potential on-call/call-back pay.
- Employee referral bonus opportunities.
- Paid uniforms.
- Training and development opportunities.
- Internal promotion and career advancement opportunities.
- The stability of working in a hospital environment.
- A supportive, family-oriented culture where your work is valued.
At VRI, we don’t just offer you a job—we offer you an opportunity to build a career, develop your skills, and be part of a team that values the work you do.
What you'll do
- Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on hospital buildings, equipment, and facility systems.
- Troubleshoot and complete general repairs involving plumbing, electrical, HVAC, carpentry, doors, hardware, and other building components.
- Repair or replace plumbing fixtures, faucets, toilets, valves, and other basic plumbing components.
- Perform basic electrical maintenance, including replacing light fixtures, switches, outlets, and other components as permitted by applicable regulations and qualifications.
- Assist with HVAC maintenance, including filter changes, inspections, and basic troubleshooting.
- Complete minor carpentry, drywall, painting, ceiling tile, flooring, and general building repairs.
- Respond to maintenance requests and assist with urgent facility issues.
- Perform routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and potential safety concerns.
- Complete assigned work orders and document maintenance activities accurately.
- Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe and organized condition.
- Follow hospital safety procedures, infection prevention requirements, and applicable regulatory standards.
- Coordinate with hospital staff, vendors, contractors, and other maintenance personnel as needed.
- Assist senior technicians and supervisors with more complex maintenance projects and repairs.