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Facilities Maintenance Coordinator ($21.39 – $27.39)

POSITION SUMMARY

The Facilities Maintenance Coordinator performs hands-on groundskeeping, routine building maintenance, and assigned repair activities across High Plains Community Health Center (HPCHC) locations. Reporting to the Facilities Manager, the position responds to assigned work orders, maintains safe and welcoming grounds and spaces, and promptly communicates facility concerns that require specialized service, management decisions, or additional resources. This is a non-supervisory, primarily field-based position.

HPCHC is an equal opportunity employer. All duties are performed in accordance with HPCHC policies and applicable safety, infection-prevention, and Federally Qualified Health Center requirements.

PRODUCTIVITY AND EXPECTATIONS:

The following allocations reflect the intended focus of the position and may change based on seasonal and operational needs.

40%: Grounds and Exterior Maintenance

  • Mow, edge, trim, and maintain lawns and landscaped areas; remove litter, manage weeds, and complete seasonal planting or grounds tasks as assigned.
  • Inspect and perform routine upkeep of outdoor walkways, entrances, parking areas, irrigation systems, and grounds equipment; report conditions requiring repairs or contractor involvement.
  • Perform assigned snow and ice removal and apply approved treatment to walkways and entrances; promptly advise the Facilities Manager of conditions requiring additional equipment, staffing, or contracted snow removal. This requires work completion before patients and staff arrive at the clinic.
  • Keep tools, supplies, and grounds equipment clean, secured, and in safe operating condition; report damaged or missing items promptly.

40%: Routine Building Maintenance & Repairs

  • Complete assigned routine repairs and minor upkeep, such as replacing light bulbs, adjusting hardware, patching and touch-up painting, assembling or moving furniture, and similar tasks within training and authorization.
  • Perform assigned preventive maintenance checks and basic servicing using established instructions, manufacturer guidance, and the Facilities Manager’s direction.
  • Assist with safe setup, relocation, and breakdown of equipment, furniture, and clinic spaces as requested and scheduled by the Facilities Manager.
  • Identify leaks, malfunctioning fixtures, damaged flooring, unsafe surfaces, and other building concerns; isolate or secure an immediate hazard when safe and report it promptly.
  • Do not independently undertake licensed trades work, complex electrical or mechanical repairs, medical equipment servicing, or other work requiring specialized qualifications or approval.

15%: Work Order Completion & Documentation

  • Receive work assignments and priorities from the Facilities Manager and complete work within communicated deadlines. Access and monitor the work order system.
  • Record work completed, materials used, and unresolved issues in the designated work-order or maintenance log; provide timely progress updates.
  • Notify the Facilities Manager when requested work exceeds available skills, authority, supplies, time, or safe working conditions.
  • Assist outside service providers with access or on-site information only when directed; refer pricing, scope changes, scheduling decisions, and contract matters to the Facilities Manager.

5%: Facility Support & Safety Practices

  • Help maintain safe, orderly work areas; use tools, ladders, personal protective equipment, and approved chemicals properly.
  • Perform assigned non-routine cleaning or spill-response support when trained and appropriate, without assuming oversight of housekeeping staff or cleaning schedules.
  • Participate in required safety training, drills, and inspections as directed; report hazards, incidents, and potential infection-control concerns through established channels.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
  • At least two years of relevant facilities, grounds, maintenance, or repair experience preferred; equivalent practical experience considered.
  • Valid driver’s license and driving record meeting HPCHC requirements; ability to travel among HPCHC locations as assigned.
  • Ability to safely operate common hand and power tools and grounds equipment and follow equipment instructions.
  • Basic computer skills to receive assignments, maintain records, and communicate with staff; strong service orientation and dependability.
  • Ability to recognize hazards, follow safe work procedures, and communicate when work requires a qualified contractor or supervisor approval.
  • Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills preferred, but not required.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Demonstrates commitment to the organizational mission, vision, and values.
  • Maintains knowledge of federal and state regulations related to FQHC’s and relative practice area.
  • Exhibits the ability to make sound decisions for delivery of care/services.
  • Demonstrates effective relationships with clinic staff, patients, public, outside vendors/agencies, and providers.
  • Communicates effectively; demonstrates ability to speak, read, and write professionally, as well as compile, analyze and present information in English.
  • Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
  • Exercises professional judgment, courtesy, and professionalism in daily interactions with others.
  • Works both independently and as part of a team; establishes and maintains effective working relationships with health care team members and diverse patient populations.
  • Performs other duties as required.

Additional Information
Position Type : Full Time
Shift : Day
Wage: $21.39 – $27.39 per hour

Contact Information
Human Resources
201 Kendall Drive
Lamar, Co 81052
Email: people@highplainschc.net

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* I certify that the information in this application is true and complete for all practical purposes. It may be verified by the facility or any affiliate. Should a position be offered and later it is found that the information is significantly untrue, incomplete, or misrepresented, I understand and agree that the facility or its affiliates are relieved of all commitments, financial or otherwise pertinent to employment,and that I am subject to immediate discharge without recourse.

*I understand that an investigative report may be made by a consumer reporting agency to include information as to my character, general reputation, personal characteristics, and mode of living, whichever may be applicable. If such an investigative report is made, I understand that I will receive notice that such a report has been requested, and that I will have the right to make a written request for a complete and accurate disclosure of additional information concerning the nature and scope of the investigation.

* I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT ANY EMPLOYEE HANDBOOK WHICH I MAY RECEIVE WILL NOT CONSTITUTE AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, BUT WILL BE MERELY A GRATUITOUS STATEMENT OF FACILITY POLICIES.

* I understand that the facility reserves the right to require its employees to submit to blood tests or urinalyses for alcohol or drug screens, or to allow inspection of bags (including purses or briefcases) or parcels brought into or taken out of the facility. I understand that refusal to submit to a urinalysis or blood test, when requested to do so, may result in termination of my employment.

*Compliance with this facility’s Substance Abuse Policy is a condition of employment. This health center requires that every newly hired employee be free of alcohol or drug abuse. Each offer of employment is contingent upon successfully completing a urinalysis test/screen for alcohol and drugs in accordance with facility policy.Continued employment is also contingent upon compliance with the health center’s Alcohol and Drug Abuse Policy.

*I UNDERSTAND AND AGREE THAT IF I AM OFFERED EMPLOYMENT BY THE FACILITY, MY EMPLOYMENT WILL BE FOR NO DEFINITE TERM AND THAT EITHER I, OR THE FACILITY WILL HAVE THE RIGHT TO TERMINATE THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP AT ANY TIME, WITH OR WITHOUT CAUSE, AND WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE, I ALSO UNDERSTAND THAT THIS STATUS CAN ONLY BE ALTERED BY A WRITTEN CONTRACT OF EMPLOYMENT WHICH IS SPECIFIC AS TO ALL MATERIAL TERMS AND IS SIGNED BY ME AND THE ADMINISTRATOR OF THE FACILITY.

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I hereby authorize any prior employers to provide such information concerning my employment with them as may be requested, and also authorize the Registrar/Placement Office of all educational institutions attended to release an official copy of my transcript and, if available, faculty appraisals. I also authorize any appropriate licensing board to release full information concerning my licensure status and my licensure history. I agree that I will settle any and all claims, disputes or controversies arising out of or relating to my application for employment, employment or termination of employment with the employer exclusively by final and binding arbitration and before a neutral Arbitrator and in accordance with the rules and procedures for employment disputes adopted by the employer. Such claims shall include those that could be brought in a court of law under any applicable federal, state or local statutory or common law, such as the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, including the amendments of the Civil Rights Act of 1991, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, state civil rights acts, the law of contract and the law of tort.