General Mechanic

Job Duties

• Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting. Examples of works may include but not limited to: unclogging plumbing lines, replacing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tile, repair leaking faucets, and painting touch-up.
• Follows up on completed assignments ensuring equipment is working appropriately.
• Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as, and not limited to, the nurse call system, fire alarm system, television system, medical gas system, and the ceiling system.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance to scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately.
• Affords assistance with any maintenance on associated equipment within assigned area(s)
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Affords assistance with repairs and upkeep of facilities structures and building systems
• In the event of severe weather emergencies or disaster, personnel will be assigned a work area and remain onsite throughout the duration of the severe weather or disaster.

Requirements

• Required - High School diploma or equivalent
• Required - 2 years of experience in Commercial, Industrial or Hospital Maintenance or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program
• Required - Valid driver’s license in the state of residence

Skills

• Experience with all hand and power tools
• Familiarity with a wide range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry
• Strong interpersonal skills with a can-do attitude
• Mechanically inclined with the ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
• Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards
• Self-directed with the ability handle the mental and physical stress/pressure to complete all jobs, including emergencies
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods of time
• Basic knowledge of reading, writing and understanding mechanical and electrical symbolisms to properly interpret blueprints, schematics specifications and mechanical drawings
• Ability to properly handle power and hand tools required to perform job duties effectively
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply effective judgment when performing job duties
• Ability to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours

Physical and Environmental Demands

• Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Normal routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluid or tissue, but exposure or potential for exposure may occur.
• The incumbent works with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and may enter isolation rooms.
• The incumbent has an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.