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**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 wil**l: - 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 in a fast-paced, 24/7 medical environment where no two days are the same. Your work will directly support the care of patients and the people who love them. **Surrounding Areas** Avets is within commuting distance of many veterinary professionals across the Allegheny County plus portions of Westmoreland County area including: - Monroeville - Murrysville - Plum - Penn Hills - Irwin - North Versailles - Forest Hills - Oakmont - Verona - Wilkinsburg - Churchill - Pittsburgh (East End neighborhoods) - McKeesport - New Kensington - Lower Burrell ***About Ethos Veterinary Health**Ethos Veterinary Hea…