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Location Coal Township, PA Job Category Facility Services Schedule Evenings Work Type Full time Department GSACH General Maintenance Team Date posted 03/20/2026 Job ID R-90263

Job Summary

Provides general carpentry and painting to maintain, repair and renovate the physical structure. Provides basic HVAC, mechanical, electrical and plumbing services to efficiently operate facilities. Tests, monitors and operates equipment/chemicals for water supply. Removes snow using various types of equipment. Provides assistance to maintain grounds, as required.

Job Duties

• Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components.

• Performs general carpentry in support of alterations and renovations.

• Performs masonry tasks when necessary.

• Installs dry wall, floor and ceiling systems.

• Prepares all surfaces with joint compound, caulking and sanding.

• Removes hardware and other items.

• Places masking tape and drop cloths to protect surfaces.

• Sets up scaffold and ladders for safe usage.

• Applies paints, stains and varnishes to various surfaces using brushes, rollers and spray guns.

• Returns finished area to working order.

• Uses and maintains equipment for snow removal.

• Equipment may include truck-mounted snow plow, tractor-mounted snow plow, snow throwers, shovels, brooms, etc.

• Checks fluid levels.

• Performs minor equipment repairs when necessary.

• Performs preventive maintenance and equipment checks, including: fire extinguishers, air filter cleaning and changes, belt changes and lubrication of rotating equipment.

• Repairs a variety of mechanical, plumbing, electrical equipment and general building components.

• Installs, maintains and repairs plumbing fixtures, domestic water piping and equipment, and steam piping and distribution equipment including valves and radiators Installs, maintains and repairs sanitary drains, sewers, holding tanks and sewage pumps.

• Installs, maintains and repairs electrical conduits, raceways, wires and cables and circuit breakers for the supply of electrical power.

• Runs computer and other non-protected cables.

• Replaces light bulbs and lamps as required.

• Removes snow and ice and spreads salt.

• Mows and trims lawns and field areas.

• Prunes hedges and trees.

• Cleans litter.

• Rakes leaves.

• Cleans roadway drains, gutters and roof drains.

• Uses and maintains equipment for snow removal and grounds keeping, as required.

• Equipment may include truck-mounted snow plow, lawn mowers and tractors, trimmers, and chain saws, rakes, brooms, etc.

• Checks fluid levels.

• Perform minor equipment repairs when necessary.

• Maintains all tools and equipment in safe and operable condition.

• Reports problems to supervisor.

• Maintains accurate daily records of time and materials.

• Communicates, works with and assists other maintenance team members as needed.

Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details

Join a team where your skills keep a hospital running—and your work truly matters.

As a General Maintenance I professional at Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital, you’ll put your carpentry, painting, HVAC, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and groundskeeping abilities to work in an environment where every repair helps support patient care.

If you like variety, problem‑solving, and being the go‑to person for keeping facilities safe, functional, and looking their best, this role is for you.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)- (Required)

Experience

Minimum of 3 years-Skilled labor (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

Skills

Communication; Critical Thinking; Manufacturing Safety; Teamwork; Facility Management; Healthcare Industry

About Geisinger

Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Our Vision & Values

Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.

KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.

EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.

LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.

INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.

SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.

Our Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.

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