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Maintenance Groundskeeper PT 1st Shift Kenosha

Advocate Health · Kenosha, WI

Posted Sep 16, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Sep 20, 2026

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Likely interview questions for this role

Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

Behavioral

Walk me through a time you had to troubleshoot a piece of mechanical equipment, like a pump or a motor, that you weren't totally familiar with. How did you figure out what was wrong?

whether the candidate has a real problem-solving process versus just guessing or waiting for a supervisor

Tell me about a time you had to read a blueprint or a maintenance manual to figure out how to do a job you hadn't done before.

comfort with technical documentation rather than relying purely on memory or instinct

Describe a time a piece of equipment failed unexpectedly, maybe during off hours, and you had to respond quickly. What did you do?

reliability and composure under an emergency response scenario like the ones listed in the job

Tell me about a time someone was frustrated with how long a repair was taking. How did you keep them informed and calm the situation down?

communication skills with building occupants, which the posting specifically calls out

Why are you interested in a part time, first shift maintenance role here at Kenosha specifically?

genuine fit with the schedule and setting, since part-time hospital facilities work has a different rhythm than a full-time trade job

Technical

Tell me about your experience with a CMMS or similar work order system. What did you use it for day to day?

actual hands-on familiarity with documenting and tracking maintenance work versus paper-based habits

This role touches HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and even piped medical gas systems. Where would you say your strongest hands-on skills are, and where would you need more guidance?

honest self-assessment of skill level, since the posting explicitly says 'basic level with guidance'

Have you ever worked on or around fire doors, firewalls, or smoke partitions? What did that involve?

exposure to life-safety compliance items specific to healthcare facilities

What does a preventive maintenance round look like to you? Walk me through what you'd check on a typical piece of equipment.

whether the candidate understands proactive maintenance versus only reactive repair work

Situational

Say you get a call that there's water leaking near a patient room. What do you do first, and who do you notify?

judgment around prioritizing safety and communication in a hospital environment, not just fixing the leak

A nurse stops you in the hallway and asks you to fix a bed right now, but you're already in the middle of a work order for someone else. How do you handle that?

ability to manage competing requests while keeping requesters informed, as the posting emphasizes

In the winter, you might be doing snow removal alongside indoor equipment repairs. How do you prioritize outdoor grounds work against indoor requests on a given day?

flexibility across the grounds and building maintenance sides of the job, which this posting blends

This job involves lifting up to 50 pounds regularly and being exposed to electrical and mechanical hazards. What have you done in past roles to work safely around those kinds of risks?

awareness of physical demands and safety practices, matching the stated physical requirements

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The full job description

As published by Advocate Health.

Department: 11917 AMC Kenosha - Facilities Status: Part time Benefits Eligible: Yes Hou rs Per Week: 20 Schedule Details/Additional Information: M-F First Shift Pay Range: $25.30 - $37.95 Major Responsibilities: • Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).   • Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.  • Basic level of skill to maintain, troubleshoot and repair patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments  • Basic level of skill to maintains, troubleshoot and repair mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. within defined operating procedures and with guidance/assistance.   • Performs other routine to minimally complex general maintenance functions in the area’s grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.  • Respond and make repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc. as directed  • Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner. Performs zone maintenance rounding. Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.   • Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.  • Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.  • Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.  Licensure, Registration, and/or Certification Required: • Driver's License required. Education Required: • High school diploma or GED equivalent   Experience Required: • Less than 2 years’ experience in equipment maintenance   Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: • Basic computer skills such as CMMS, building automation system, Microsoft Office.  • Good communication and interpersonal skills.  Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: • Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.  • Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.  • Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.  • Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.  • Position requires travel.  May be exposed to road/weather hazards.  • Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.    This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties. Our Commitment to You: Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation • Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training • Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job • Incentive pay for select positions • Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more • Paid Time Off programs • Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability • Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses • Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave • Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs • Educational Assistance Program Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview. About Advocate Health  Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

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