GEN MAINT TECH

About the role

Performs various duties involving minor repairs of equipment, furniture, walls, etc. and maintenance surveillance rounds throughout the hospital. Records gauge readings, observes general operating conditions of boilers and auxiliary equipment, kitchen equipment, etc. Notes abnormalities in equipment operation, takes corrective action and/or calls for additional assistance as needed.

Department Scope Of Service

The Plant Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operational functions including, but not limited to, safety and fire prevention/protection, telecommunications, hazardous waste disposal, equipment management, loss prevention management, grounds maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and power plant systems (boiler) for the 61-bed hospital; 15 acres of grounds, 12 houses and 1 truck and 1 van. Responsible for MSDS, hazardous communications, plus two Medical Office Buildings.

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide range of non-technical preventive maintenance and repairs for assigned facility and/or department to include basic plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning services.
• May be required to perform tasks of the other trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, painter and/or locksmith.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Prepares and maintains logs, records and charts.
• Provides emergency maintenance as requested.
• Maintains work area to ensure a clean and safe environment.
• Adheres to safety requirements as required.
• Participates and attends departmental meetings and training.
• Maintains licensure as required.
• Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.
• Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.
• Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to “service”.

Requirements

• High School Education or Equivalency preferred.
• 2 or more years in a maintenance role is preferred.
• 1 or more years of healthcare facility experience is preferred.

Physical Demands

On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities: standing, walking, sitting, talking or hearing.

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted up to 50 pounds.

This position has vision requirements: close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less), color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors), ability to adjust focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus), ability to distinguish letters, numbers or symbols accurately.

The typical noise level for an office environment is quiet to moderate.

Additional physical and mental efforts include working in tight (small) places, working inside and outside, working around hot equipment, working in high places, working evenings/nights, weekends and holidays, may require working a double shift for coverage, and taking bodies to morgue.