Hospital Facility Assistant

Facility Assistant – Veterinary Hospital
Full Time, on site opportunity at Avets, 2674 Monroeville Blvd. Monroeville PA 15146 
$22/hr + depending on experience 
5 days per week, flexible starting time 
Occasional Emergency on call  

Why join Avets?
Do you enjoy solving problems, staying organized, and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? Our 24/7 Emergency and Specialty veterinary hospital is looking for a Facility Assistant to help ensure our building, equipment, and basic technology are always in top shape. You’ll work closely with the Facility Manager to maintain a safe, efficient, and fully operational environment for pets, clients, and staff. 

In your day-to-day, you will: 

• Support daily upkeep of the hospital building (HVAC, plumbing, lighting). 

• Perform basic repair jobs around the hospital. 

• Serve as a backup point of contact for service vendors when the Facility Manager is unavailable. 

• Ensure the hospital meets safety standards (OSHA, fire codes, etc.). 

• Share on-call duties for emergencies (equipment failures, fire, evacuation). 

• Provide technology and admin support by submitting tickets to our corporate IT team to coordinate guided support for basic troubleshooting of computers, printers, and phones. 

• Assist in tracking IT equipment and managing maintenance schedules. 

• Coordinate with external IT vendors when additional on-site support is needed. 

• Enter invoice data and support billing accuracy in our accounting systems. 

• Maintain and schedule routine maintenance for medical equipment (e.g., anesthesia machines, x-ray systems). 

• Coordinate repairs and calibration with vendors. 

• Keep compliance and service documentation up to date. 

• Manage stock of medical gases and equipment parts. 

• Help troubleshoot minor equipment issues for hospital staff. 

What You Bring: 

• Experience in facilities, operations, or technical support (ideally in healthcare, vet, or lab settings). 

• Basic knowledge of IT systems and tools. 

• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills. 

• Ability to work independently and handle urgent issues. 

• Team player with clear and professional communication. 

• Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs, climb ladders, and move equipment. 

• Experience with veterinary or medical equipment. 

• Familiarity with OSHA or AAHA standards. 

• Knowledge of networking or computer systems. 

• Technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA A+, HVAC, electrical) are a bonus! 

Perks & Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance -Multiple health plan options so that you can choose something that suits your needs best. 

• FSA//HSA 

• 401(k) +company match 

• Employee assistance program 

• Employee pet benefit discount program 

• PTO and uniforms 

• Professional development assistance 

• Hands on learning as well as opportunities for credentialing 

• Onsite continuing education events as well as virtual learning platforms 

• We take extra care of our team by providing a stocked breakroom! 

Why Join Us? 

Avets is a 24/7 Emergency and Specialty Animal Hospital, dedicated to providing patients, clients, and referring veterinarians with the highest quality emergency and specialty veterinary medical care. We offer a warm, friendly atmosphere where our main goal is to provide compassionate care to our patients and clients as well as offering outstanding customer service.  
You’ll be part of a mission-driven team i