Mechanic

About the role

Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of our community for over 85 years, dedicated to excellence in healthcare and compassionate patient service. Our welcoming, family-oriented community offers a rich blend of cultural, civic, and outdoor opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Electrical Systems:
  • Perform Preventive Maintenance (PMs) no later than the 25th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
  • Makes immediate repairs on essential equipment; follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Troubleshoot electrical problems using appropriate equipment and techniques.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize Work Orders.
• Plumbing Systems:
  • Perform PMs no later than the 25th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
  • Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize Work Orders.
• Refrigeration Systems:
  • Perform PMs no later than the 25th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
  • Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Install and repair refrigeration equipment.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize Work Orders.
• Utility Systems:
  • Perform PMs no later than the 25th of the month or as scheduled.
  • Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
  • Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
  • Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize Work Orders.
• Maintains facility improvements and aesthetics.
• Applies paint, varnish, or stains neatly as requested or required.
• Completes special projects timely and efficiently.
• General Equipment Repairs:
• Respond promptly to urgent requests and prioritize Work Orders.
• Seek assistance and/or learning experience to increase knowledge base/productivity.
• Report potential problem areas to appropriate personnel.
• Other Essential Functions:
• Performs other duties as assigned or requested.

Requirements

• Vocational training in industrial maintenance or related fields preferred.
• Experience in hospital or industrial maintenance preferred.

Skills

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, policies, procedures, etc.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations.
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and prioritize scheduling of work.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information.
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to read and comprehend written instructions, policies, procedures, etc.

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Complete annual education requirements.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical And Mental Requirements And Environmental Conditions

• Physically demanding, high-stress environment.
• Critical and executive level thinking is required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Clearance of near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinars.
• Clearance of near normal vision – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors.
• Good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Standing – continuously within the shift (67-100%).
• Walking – continuously within the shift (67-100%).
• Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1-33%).
• Bending/stooping – frequently within the shift (34-66%).
• Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (1-33%).
• Pushing/pulling 50+lbs without assistance – frequently within the shift (1-33%).
• Pushing/pulling 100+lbs with assistance – frequently within the shift (1-33%).
• Lift/carry – 20+lbs without assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%).
• Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%).
• Lift/carry – 50+lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%).
• Wet hazards (34-66%).
• Electrical hazards – frequently within the shift (0-33%).

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephens County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy status, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.