Maintenance Mech II - HS - CW Facilities Management - Children's and Women's Hospital

Overview USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community. Responsibilities Abides by and enforces all compliance requirements and policies and performs these responsibilities in an ethical manner consistent with the organization's valuesAdheres to hospital policies including confidentialityAssists with orientation of new employees as assignedSupervises a variety of technical employees as assignedInstalls, maintains, operates, and repairs electric motors, generators, and related electrical and mechanical equipment using applicable hand and power toolsInstalls, maintains, and repa1rs lighting, circuitry components, alarm systems, plumbing systems and components such as piping, values, sinks, sanitary fixtures, and fire suppression components, HVAC systems and components such as boilers, steam and gas piping and valves, chillers, pumps, direct expansion units, ventilation and exhaust fans, pneumatic and electric control systems, and medical gas systems and componentsPerforms chemical treatment tests for boilers and cooling waterPerforms a variety of construction, installation, repair and alterations to: brick, concrete, and other masonry building components, roofing systems and components, floor surfaces such as vinyl and ceramic tile, and carpet, wall components such as metal studs and sheet rock, and woodwork such as cabinets and furnitureOperates power tools and equipment such as lathes, drill press, threading machine, grinding machine, electric and acetylene welding rigsUtilizes proper body mechanics to move equipment and supplies, weighing up to 50 lbs.Utilizes assistive devices or seeks assistance to move equipment weighing greater than 50 lbs.Climbs ladders and scaffolding and navigates confined, obstructed, and difficult to access spaces and equipment while performing assigned dutiesCommunicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with physicians, patients, families and other hospital staff in person and via telephoneResponds to overhead pagesUtilizes radio in the proper manner when communicating and answers in a timely mannerMaintains accurate and complete records by completing requisitions for purchase of materials with proper pricingDocuments and reports all data on preventive maintenanceLogs proper readings on all equipmentDocuments unfinished items, parts ordered and estimated date of completionCompletes all mandatory unit, educational and hospital requirementsUtilizes cost-effective practices in performing all aspects of the jobAdheres to current Infection Control and Safety StandardsPerforms minor electrical installations and repairsPerforms HVAC repairsPerforms all keying of locks for hospitalCompletes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirementsAdheres to current Infection Control and Safety StandardsRegular and prompt attendanceAbility to work schedule as defined and overtime as requiredRelated duties as assigned Additional Information Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits. Qualifications High School Diploma or equivalent and 3 years experience in the maintenance and repair of buildings, plumbing, or mechanical equipment RequiredExperience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for the required education PreferredSpecified positions may require possession of a valid driver’s license and maintenance of a driving record sufficient to maintain insurance coverage under the University of South AlabamaComparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.