Corrective Gen Maintenance - BG2

About the Role

Under general supervision and according to established procedures, performs a variety of routine to semi-skilled general corrective and preventive maintenance duties in the repair, alteration, and modification of hospital buildings, equipment, and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Participates in a system of scheduled repairs to items requiring maintenance and/or service.
• Performs repairs upon receipt of authorized departmental work orders, telephone, or beeper requests.
• Reviews work orders, priority status, and designs time schedules.
• Sketch plans and/or read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, operating manuals, and manufacturer's specifications; estimates time, material, and cost requirements for installation and repair.
• Operates and tests new equipment.
• Performs corrective and preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment; inspects, calibrates, adjusts, lubricates, and repairs or replaces components.
• Services or repairs less complex equipment; schedules and maintains records of maintenance and repairs.
• Diagnoses system malfunctions on mechanical, plumbing, HVAC, and/or electrical equipment.
• Dismantles and repairs or replaces defective parts; reassembles, tests, and reinstalls repaired equipment.
• Performs routine electrical maintenance:
  • Replacement/cleaning of fluorescent/incandescent lamps and fixtures.
  • Replacement of cord caps and connectors (120 volts or less).
  • Initial diagnosis of loss of electrical power; resets breaker or replaces fuses (240 Volts/30 Amps or less).
  • Checks all lighting in and around the hospital buildings regularly.
• Performs routine HVAC maintenance:
  • Replacement of air filters and belts.
  • Lubrication of dampers, fans, and motors.
  • Initial diagnosis of temperature complaint calls, including thermostat adjustment, fan coil units, radiators, and window A.C. units.
• Performs routine mechanical maintenance:
  • Minor repairs to beds, stretchers, wheelchairs, and other rolling stock.
  • Adjustment of door closers.
  • Repair/replacement/adjustment of door pivot and/or butt hinges.
  • Perform bed inspection/preventive maintenance.
  • Check pump and motor operation.
• Performs routine plumbing maintenance:
  • Replacement of toilet seats.
  • Unplug sink or toilet drains using "non-powered" drain cleaning equipment.
  • Minor repair of faucets, flushometers, and showerheads.
  • Cleans traps and strainers.
  • Minor repairs to medical gas outlets.
  • Inspects and performs minor roof repairs.
• Performs a variety of routine manual duties such as moving supplies, furniture, equipment, removing trash, scrap materials, installing/repairing insulation, miscellaneous flooring repairs, glass replacement, and minor patching/painting.
• Responds to calls for emergency repairs; completes repairs and documents service rendered.
• Performs and documents scheduled inspection/testing to maintain conformance to code requirements.
• Performs and documents equipment repairs; may test new and repaired equipment before it is put into service.
• May assist in training staff in the operation and repair of equipment.
• Orders supplies and parts according to established procedures.
• May assist in evaluating new equipment.
• Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with patients, visitors, staff members, and the public.
• Assists other trades personnel as needed in handling materials on major repair or installation projects.
• Maintains all required records and information pertinent to costing out work assignments.
• Keeps work areas orderly, clean, and safe.
• Ensures proper care in the use of tools, equipment, and supplies.
• Responds to "Code Red" calls.
• Maintains and complies with codes and requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
• Some overtime required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; experience may be accepted in lieu of a degree.
• Two years of related experience in equipment repair, installation, and preventive maintenance.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate effectively with user departments and outside vendors.
• Ability to read and write to fill out material requisitions and work orders, understand and follow written and verbal instructions, and perform noncomplex arithmetic calculations.
• Basic computer skills, which may be obtained through on-the-job training.
• Ability to operate a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
• Ability to work independently.
• Able to work in an environment with loud noise, exposure to bloodborne pathogens, chemicals, electricity, dust, outdoor weather conditions, fumes/odors, and hazardous waste.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34-66%) 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34-66%) 35 lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Pushing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling: Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing: Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling): Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering): Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far: Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near: Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking: Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)

Pay

$33.33 - $33.33/Hourly

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
• Work Shift: Day (United States of America)
• Remote Type: Hybrid

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Employee Type

Regular