Education

• Hospital maintenance workers typically must possess a high school diploma, or at the very least, the GED equivalent. While most don't need a college education, some post-secondary institutions offer training in related fields, such as plumbing, heating and air conditioning.
  
  

Licensure

• Licensing for hospital maintenance workers varies and is rarely required, but normally consists of study materials and testing. These programs can take anywhere from a few days to several months to complete.
  
  

On the Job

• The majority of hospital maintenance workers can receive all the training they need while on the job. This form of hands-on training is typically provided by a veteran employee or supervisor.