Facilities: Building and Grounds Technician

Department: Facilities • Location: Rochester General Hospital, 1425 Portland Ave, Rochester, NY 14621

About the role

This position plays a critical role in maintaining a safe, clean, and functional healthcare grounds environment and is responsible for the upkeep of facility infrastructure, grounds, and equipment to support patient care, staff operations, and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain hospital grounds including landscaping, snow removal, and exterior cleanliness.
• Safely operate and maintain a range of grounds maintenance equipment—including mowers, trimmers, blowers, and other tools.
• Perform basic landscaping tasks: edging, pruning, and weeding.
• Remove snow in winter months using a truck with plow, Ventrac, and hand shoveling.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations (e.g., DNV, OSHA, NFPA).
• Assist with environmental services and infection control protocols during repairs and renovations.
• Support facility readiness for emergency situations, including backup power systems and disaster preparedness.
• Coordinate with vendors and contractors for specialized repairs and inspections.
• Maintain accurate documentation of work orders, inspections, and compliance logs.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work in various indoor and outdoor conditions.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in building maintenance and grounds/landscaping, preferably in a healthcare or institutional setting.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with DNV standards and healthcare compliance requirements.
• Familiarity with infection control and safety protocols in clinical environments.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Physical Requirements

Medium Work – Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; requires frequent walking, standing, or squatting.

Pay

Pay range: $19.75 – $25.06 per hour.

Schedule

40 hours per week, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM.