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.