Maintenance Technician III

Principal Job Functions

• Provides maintenance expertise in one or more areas of maintenance, i.e., building construction, computerized or automated building systems, equipment maintenance.
• Performs advanced electrical installation, repair and maintenance of hospital devices, equipment and systems as assigned; acts as primary technical resource for one or more devices.
• Performs advanced electronic installation, repair and maintenance of hospital devices, equipment and systems as assigned; acts as primary technical resource for one or more devices or specific equipment.
• Installs, troubleshoots, repairs and maintains computerized controlled systems, i.e., pneumatic tube system, track system, fire alarm system and nurse call system.
• Responds to maintenance service requests and repair needs for all buildings assigned.
• Performs various demolition, installation and finish construction tasks to meet departmental standards for new, remodeled or repaired spaces including walls, ceilings, floors, countertops, cabinets, windows, doors and built-in fixtures as assigned.
• Welds, fabricates and repair metal components utilizing stick, gas, TIG and/or MIG welding techniques/methods.
• Inventories, stocks and maintains maintenance supply storage areas.
• Conducts preventative maintenance evaluations on assigned equipment; maintains logs, records and reports as required per departmental or regulatory requirements.
• Conducts visual inspections of all building areas to ensure public spaces are well lit, common areas are physically/structurally maintained and coworker/public safety is ensured; detects malfunctioning equipment before damage occurs.
• Writes, updates and trains other maintenance personnel on preventative maintenance procedures; utilizes knowledge of building codes, ordinances and other regulatory requirements to accomplish work assignments.
• Works with departmental personnel to conduct pre-purchase evaluations of equipment and makes suggestions as appropriate; participates on task forces and committees as requested.
• Attends training classes to expand and maintain proficiency on assigned equipment and systems, advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education, reading periodicals/reference books and seeking ongoing development opportunities.
• Enters restricted access areas, without supervision, to perform assigned.
• Responds to snow emergencies when needed.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Knowledge of construction and maintenance activities, building systems and related equipment.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and practices including installation, repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of AC (stick), gas, TIG and MIG welding equipment and techniques.
• Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
• Skill in the operation and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and measuring devices.
• Ability to estimate materials, time and costs of building construction and repair projects.
• Ability to detect and utilize problem-solving skills in correcting malfunctioning systems.
• Ability to read, interpret and analyze schematics, drawings and blueprints.
• Ability to prioritize work demands and coordinate the work of others.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.
• Ability to react and function appropriately under stressful and in emergency situations.
• Ability to direct and support coworkers in order to meet customer needs and service construction timelines.

Physical Requirements

• Characterized as very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Long periods of standing, lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling with occasional exposure to high voltage, high temperatures and heights from 25 - 120 feet; exposure to latex, body fluid, blood, fiberglass and fire proofing insulation, dust, noise and exposure to wet and damp places.
• Must wear personal protection devices and clothing, i.e. respirator, hard hats and safety back belts.
• May work in an on-call capacity and be required to work holidays, weekends, evening and nights, overtime as needed including seasonal work i.e. snow removal.