The Maintenance Technician 2 performs general maintenance functions for the main hospital, free standing emergency department and clinics. The Maintenance Technician 2 is responsible for performing skilled and advanced maintenance duties to ensure the proper functioning of hospital building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, medical gas systems, and general facilities equipment. This position involves more complex maintenance tasks compared to an entry-level technician, as well as supervising and mentoring Maintenance Technician 1 staff. The technician will troubleshoot, repair, and maintain systems to minimize downtime and ensure a safe, efficient, and comfortable environment for hospital patients, staff, and visitors. Must be able to be on standby call as assigned.
Essential Functions
Perform advanced troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repairs on hospital systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, fire protection systems, and medical gas systems.
Conduct routine and preventive maintenance tasks on complex equipment and systems, ensuring proper operation and extending their life.
Perform calibration and adjustments on equipment and systems to ensure optimal functionality.
Conduct detailed inspections of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems and identify potential issues that require attention.
Assist in implementing facility upgrades, replacements, or renovations to improve operational efficiency and patient safety.
Respond promptly to emergency repair requests, such as system failures, equipment malfunctions, and urgent facility issues.
Diagnose and resolve maintenance problems in a timely manner, ensuring minimal disruption to hospital operations.
Provide guidance and on-the-job training to Maintenance Technician 1 staff, ensuring that tasks are performed to hospital standards and in accordance with safety protocols.
Monitor the work of junior technicians and assist in resolving any technical challenges they may face during daily tasks.
Maintain compliance with local, state, and federal safety regulations and hospital-specific standards (e.g., NFPA, Joint Commission, OSHA, etc.).
Enforce the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) and proper safety measures during maintenance operations.
Work closely with other departments to schedule maintenance and repair activities, ensuring minimal disruption to patient care and hospital operations.
Use and maintain a variety of advanced tools, equipment, and machinery required for maintenance tasks.
Ensure proper maintenance, calibration, and storage of tools and equipment.
Oversee inventory control of materials and supplies used for maintenance activities and ensure
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Tampa General is a private not-for-profit hospital and one of the most comprehensive medical facilities in West Central Florida serving a dozen counties with a population in excess of 4 million. As one of the largest hospitals in Florida, Tampa General is licensed for 982 beds, and with over 15,000 team members, is one of the region’s largest employers.
Consistently recognized for world-class care, Tampa General Hospital is ranked as the #1 hospital in Tampa Bay by U.S. News & World Report for 2024-25 and is nationally ranked as among the top 50 hospitals in the nation in eight specialties. Additionally, Tampa General was ranked as “high performing,” or among the top 10% of hospitals in the nation, in five more specialties along with 12 procedures and conditions.
TGH partners with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine to pioneer breakthrough treatments, conduct game-changing clinical research and train the next generation of health care professionals. TGH is the region's only academic health system, having been affiliated with the USF Health Morsani College of Medicine since the school was created in the early 1970s.
TGH is the area’s only Level I trauma center and one of two ABA-verified Adult & Pediatric burn centers in Florida. With five medical helicopters, we are able to transport critically injured or ill patients from 23 surrounding counties to receive the advanced care they need. The hospital is home to the leading organ transplant center in the country, having performed more than 14,000 adult solid organ transplants, including the state’s first successful heart transplant in 1985. Tampa General Hospital is committed to serving all residents of West Central Florida. We provide comprehensive health services, ranging from wellness and primary care to the most complex specialty care and post-acute services.
