General Maintenance – Mechanic 1st Class

Job Summary

Under general direction, inspects, monitors and repairs the many and various systems, utilities and equipment.

Essential Functions

• Performs preventive maintenance inspections and service on machines.
• Thoroughly cleans machines and machine parts, removing parts and reinstalling as necessary.
• Oils and lubricates moving parts on machines to ensure effective performance.
• Records and reports damaged, worn, or broken parts.
• Identifies the causes of unexpected breakdowns of machines.
• Repairs broken machines quickly and efficiently.
• Responsible for adhering to assigned work orders, conducts building tours as directed.
• Responsible for updating inventory list as needed.
• Performs a variety of minor repair functions.
• Monitor the Building Automation System and responds to alarms, fire alarms, utility interruptions, and makes required notifications.
• Troubleshoots problems with equipment on all floors of all hospital buildings to assess the nature of the problem, the urgency for the user, and instigates an appropriate response.
• Maintains communication links with Public Safety Department personnel.
• Familiar with emergency response procedures to ensure the timely response of staff to prevent losses.
• Subject to a call in anytime for emergencies.
• Respond to problems of all trades during off shift hours as required.

Qualifications

Education: High school or vocational school diploma or equivalent. One to two years similar healthcare facilities environment desired. Mechanical aptitude and basic knowledge of mechanical systems.

Experience: Heavy Equipment Mechanics Experience 2-3 years required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Mechanically inclined with great problem-solving skills.
• Works well independently and with others.
• Good communication skills.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and stressful environment.