Maintenance Mechanic, Medical Center

 

**This position is 3rd shift** 

 

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY 

 

Perform maintenance and repair work on a variety of Medical Center plumbing, electrical, heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems and equipment; assume independent responsibility for response to maintenance, repair and emergency trouble calls for assigned Medical Center facilities during other than normal working hours (second and third shifts) and on weekends and holidays. 

 

WORK PERFORMED

 

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned and a more comprehensive task list may be provided. 

 

• Respond to Medical Center emergency maintenance calls after normal shop hours and on weekends and holidays; log all calls received and document action taken; perform repair work as needed; if permanent repair is not immediately feasible, perform necessary temporary repairs sufficient to secure the systems and facility; notify appropriate engineer, supervisor, or security personnel if further action is required. 
• Conduct periodic inspections of designated facilities and equipment; make repairs and perform preventive maintenance on electrical, mechanical, HVAC, refrigeration, and communication systems and equipment; make repairs to general building facilities as needed. 
• Respond immediately to fire alarm systems; disengage electrical, water, or gas systems to protect building occupants and property; assist Public Safety in removing patients, personnel, or equipment as needed. 
• Assist with major repairs to electrical, mechanical, HVAC, and refrigeration equipment as required. 
• Advise management of general condition of facilities and equipment and any unusual problems or concerns that may arise; make recommendations for improvements and upgrades to facilities for budget planning. 
• Maintain appropriate documentation and maintenance/repair records to ensure compliance with applicable regulations and codes. 

 

Perform other assigned duties incidental to the work described herein. 

 

QUALIFICATIONS

 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

EDUCATION/TRAINING

 

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or equivalent combination of education and experience. 

 

EXPERIENCE

 

Three to four years minimum experience required either in a specific trade or in general building maintenance and repair. 

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

 

Valid N.C. Driver's license and a driving history acceptable under the guidelines of the Safe Driving Policy. 

 

COMMUNICATION SKILLS

 

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
• Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively communicate in one-on-one or small group situations with customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respond appropriately in emergency situations.
• Must respect the privacy of patients and maintain the confidentiality of any patient information related to their treatment.
• Ability to complete daily records, logs, and time sheets. 

 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

 

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk.
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