Maintenance Skilled

JOB SUMMARY

Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operation manuals and manufacturer's specifications using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments. Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product or service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience. Recognizes and demonstrates understanding of patient and family centered care. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Carries out specific duties in his/her skilled trade as assigned by the Director of Facilities Services or Maintenance Supervisor.
   1. Electricians will:
      1.  Perform electrical installations, run conduit and do electrical trouble shooting.
      2. Repairs/replaces switches, receptacles and other electrical components.
      3. Repairs/replaces light fixtures.
      4. Repairs/replaces all elements of the electrical distribution system.
      5. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on all elements of the electrical distribution system.
      6. Maintains current electrical license.
   2. Plumbers will:
      1. Perform plumbing installations, repair and replace bad lines, clean plugged drain lines and trouble shoot plumbing problems.
   3. Carpenters will:
      1. Build countertops and cabinets, hang doors, repair or replace door closers, latches and passage sets.
   4. Paperhangers will:
      1. Remove wallpaper, paint walls and trim, hang wallpaper.
   5. Refrigeration technicians will:
      1. Install ice makers and air conditioners, will trouble shoot refrigeration problems and make repairs as necessary.
      2. Monitor and adjust components of all Johnson Controls systems including Metasys system.
      3. Perform scheduled preventive maintenance on all HVAC systems, Johnson Controls system and refrigeration units.
      4. Repair/replace HVAC systems and components.
      5. Repair/replace refrigeration systems and components.
      6. Maintain current EPA certification for all types of equipment (Universal)
   6. Electronic technicians will:
      1. Install nurse call systems, repair and install P.A. systems, trouble shoot and repair anything electronic in nature.

2. If work load is light in the skilled trade area, performs general maintenance work as assigned:
   1. Observes mechanical devices (pumps, engines, motors) in operation and listens to their sounds to locate causes of troubles.
   2. Dismantles devices to gain access to defective parts.
   3. Repairs or replaces defective parts.
   4. Lubricates and cleans parts.
   5. Starts devices to test their performance.
   6. Performs miscellaneous plumbing, pipe fitting, and carpentry, electrical, painting and mechanical work.
   7. During the winter season, shovels snow from walkways and/or plows the      hospital parking lot.

3. Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, hospital mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, confidentiality standards, corporate compliance plan, customer service standards and the code of ethical behavior.

DEPARTMENTAL AND ADDITIONAL JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Sets up tables and chairs in meeting rooms.
2.  Restrains unruly patients and/or visitors.
3. Performs preventive maintenance as assigned by the Director of Facilities Services.
4. Other duties as assigned.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

1. High School diploma or GED is required.
2. May be required to hold a valid local or state license in specialty.

EXPERIENCE

1. Must have some trade or vocational school or background, and at least one year of experience in his/her particular trade.
2. Certified Healthcare Mechanic is preferred.
3. Must be able to pass the exam for local or state license if required.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL ABILITIES/MOTOR SKILLS

These physical requirements are not exhaustive and additional job-related physical requirements may be added on an as needed basis.  Corrective devices may be used to meet physical requirements.

1. Sedentary Work:  Frequently required to stand, kneel and crouch.  On a daily basis may be required to move about, sit, climb stairs and bend.  Is frequently required to lift and carry up to 20 lbs.  May be required to push/pull/carry items between 20-100 lbs.
2. Vision:  Requires the ability to perceive the nature of objects by the eye.  Near acuity:  Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less.  Midrange Acuity:  Clarity of vision at distances of more than 20 inches and less than 20 feet.
3. Motor Coordination:  While performing the duties of the job, it is required to regularly perform functions that include using hand and finger movement, handle or feel objects, be able to use tools or equipment that requires reaching with hands and arms.  Must be able to travel independently throughout the hospital; access patients/families including areas confined by space and/or equipment.
4. Speaking/Hearing:  Ability to give and receive information through speaking and listening.
5. Must be able to handle tools, organize a number of daily tasks, maintain safe work habits and complete written work performed, including preventive maintenance records.
6. Must be able to use a personal computer to track work orders, check status of HVAC and operate other maintenance software programs.

ESSENTIAL TECHNICAL ABILITIES

1. Proficiency using modern office, computer and telephone equipmentas used by Memorial Healthcare.
2. Fine hand/eye coordination required to perform small device repairs.
3. Ability to safely operate mechanical and electrical powered tools.
4. Ability to grasp small items and use hand tools simultaneously.
5. Must have a valid Michigan driver’s license.

ESSENTIAL MENTAL ABILITIES

1. Ability to adapt and maintain focus in fast paced, quickly changing or stressful situations.
2. Ability to read and interpret a variety of documents including, but not limited to policies, operating instructions, white papers, regulations, rules and laws.
3. Ability to comprehend and follow both verbal and written instructions.
4. Ability to work under stress, interruptions and tight deadlines.
5. Must have independent judgement to determine how to function in an emergency situation.
6. Ability to coordinate work load and follow-through to completion, including documentation of completed repair and preventive maintenance work orders.
7. Ability to understand mechanical equipment operations and repair.

ESSENTIAL SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

1. Able to see for the purpose of reading information received in formats including but not limited to paper, computer, reports, bulletins, updates, manuals.
2. Able to hear for work-related purposes.
3. Able to smell smoke to respond appropriately in an emergency situation.
4. Correctable hearing equivalent to less than 25% less is necessary in order to discern various sounds that will assure safety of the physical plant, equipment and occupants.
5. Able to identify hot and cold.
6. Able to effectively communicate with co-workers, other employees, patients and visitors.
7. Vision correctable to 20/40 is necessary, includes color and depth perception, and peripheral field of vision.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

1. Ability to interact with co-workers, hospital staff, administration, patients, physicians, the public and all internal and external customers in a professional and effective, courteous and tactful manner, at all times, physically, verbally and in all written and electronic communication.
2. Required to remain calm when adversity is encountered.
3. Open, honest, and tactful communication skills.
4. Ability to work as a team member in all activities.
5. Positive, cooperative and motivated attitude.