maintenance mechanic

JOB PURPOSE:

With minimal supervision of maintenance management or working independently, perform maintenance work in all trades and other maintenance tasks throughout the facility. To guide/advise maintenance workers in the completion of assigned work.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform advanced maintenance work in all trades, including electric, HVAC, plumbing, and carpentry via the work request system as assigned by department managers. (Work to include but not be limited to replace/rewire electric fixtures, troubleshoot electric shorts, replace plumbing fixtures, repair/replace pipes up to 2" OD, soldering & welding as needed).

• Performs maintenance tasks such as plastering, caulking, and painting via the work request system as assigned by department managers.

• Perform preventative maintenance (PM), and basic & advanced repairs on all mechanical systems, including boilers, air conditioners, pipes & plumbing fixtures, other heating equipment, and electrical systems in the facility.

• Demonstrates competence in the use and can demonstrate safe use of all tools and equipment necessary for the completion of assigned tasks.

• Lifts, moves, and uses heavy material and equipment while using good and safe body mechanics.

• Responds to all fire and disaster alarms as a member of the fire response team without delay.

• Resets fire alarm system as needed and demonstrates the ability to use all fire-fighting equipment.

• Attends all mandatory departmental and facility-wide training programs as assigned, with satisfactory completion of post-test.

• Cleans up the entire work area after work is completed.  Maintains work areas in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.

• Demonstrates safe use of all equipment.

• Performs emergency duties in emergency situations as assigned.

• At all times respectfully communicate with patients/staff/supervisors/visitors.

• All other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

Schedule: 8:30AM – 5:00PM

Weekly Hours: 37.5

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: High School, Trade School preferred.

Experience:

• 4 to 6 years as a Maintenance Worker, preferably in an institutional healthcare setting Advanced hands-on knowledge/experience or knowledge with all types of building systems including electrical, plumbing, HVAC, boilers, Fire Alarms, emergency generators, etc.

Other Requirements:

• Demonstrated ability to independently install and maintain a variety of new equipment throughout the facility.

• Ability to read and write English; always respectfully communicate with patients/staff/supervisors/visitors.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

Given the nature of the position, the individual must be able to safely work in areas such as construction zones, machine and boiler rooms, rooms, or closets where access to mechanical, electric, and communication panels are located, water and sewage pumps, elevator access rooms, maintenance and facilities equipment and other items and supplies are stored, HVAC units, any fuel sources, roofs, and ceilings in buildings, etc. In addition, the work environment may be subject to variable work temperatures, environmental elements (ie. snow, rain, sleet, etc.), and other environmental factors unregulated and/or unknown at this time but may be encountered due to the nature of the position.

Individuals must be able to sustain certain physical requirements essential to the job. This includes, but is not limited to:

• Standing – Duration of up to 8 hours a day.

• Sitting/Stationary Positions – Sedentary position in duration of up to 6-8 hours a day for consecutive hours/periods.

• Lifting/Push/Pull – Up to 75 pounds of equipment, baggage, supplies, and other items used in the scope of the job using OSHA guidelines, etc.

• Bending/Squatting – Must be able to safely bend or squat to perform the essential functions under the scope of the job for extended periods during the workday.

• Stairs/Steps/Walking/Climbing – Must be able to safely maneuver and work on stairs, ladders, scaffolds, etc. climb up/down and walk to access work areas. Must be able to climb and crawl into spaces and work areas. The position requires the individual to be able to travel and walk between sites/locations and work areas throughout the day.

• Agility/Fine Motor Skills - Must demonstrate agility and fine motor skills to operate and activate equipment, devices, instruments, and tools to complete essential job functions (ie. typing, use of supplies, equipment, tools, switches, dials, etc.)

• Sight/Visual Requirements – Must be able to visually assess and evaluate the physical environment from floor to ceiling during environmental rounds, read documentation, papers, orders, signs, etc., and type/write documentation, etc. with accuracy. Required to wear eye protection for some tasks.

• Audio Hearing and Motor Skills (Language) Requirements – Must be able to listen attentively and document information from patients, community members, co-workers, clients, providers, etc., and intake information through audio processing with accuracy. In addition, must be able to speak comfortably and clearly with language and motor skills for customers to understand the individual. In addition, must use audio processing to conduct environmental rounds for alarms, bells, etc.

• Cognitive Ability – Must be able to demonstrate good decision-making, reasonableness, cognitive ability, rational processing, and analysis to satisfy essential functions of the job.

We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, height, weight, or genetic information. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Salary Range (Min-Max):$28.7351/hr

Note: Position's wages are contingent upon terms and conditions outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

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