GEN MAINT TECH, 1st Shift

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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Job Title:

General Maintenance Technician (GEN MAINT TECH)

Job Code: 871

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt, Hourly

EEO Class: 9 - Service Workers | WC: 9040

FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)

Department Name:
Plant Service (8310)

Location:

Brattleboro, Vermont

Reporting to:
Facility Supervisor, Plant Services

Hours:

7 am - 3:30pm

POSITION

DESCRIPTION:

Performs various duties involving painting, minor repairs walls, equipment, furniture, etc. and maintenance surveillance rounds throughout the hospital - Records gauge readings, observes general operating conditions etc., of boilers and auxiliary equipment, kitchen equipment, etc. Notes abnormalities in equipment operation, takes corrective action and/or calls for additional assistance as needed.

DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Plant Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operational functions including, but not limited to, safety, and fire prevention/protection, hazardous waste disposal, equipment management, loss prevention management, grounds maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and power plant systems (boiler) for the 61-bed hospital; 15 acres of grounds, 12 houses and 1 truck, 1 van and 1 tractor. Responsible for MSDS, hazardous communications, plus two Medical Office Buildings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Performs a wide range of non-technical preventive maintenance and repairs for assigned facility and/or department to include basic plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning services.

* Performs painting and minor wall repairs.

* May be required to perform tasks of the other trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, and/or locksmith.

* Performs snow removal and other grounds work as needed.

* Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.

* Prepares and maintains logs, records and charts.

* Provides emergency maintenance as requested.

* Maintains work area to ensure a clean and safe environment. Adheres to safety requirements as required.

* Participates and attends departmental meetings and training. Maintains licensure as required.

* Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.

* Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.

* Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to "service".

* Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

* High School Education or Equivalency preferred.

Experience:

* 2 or more years in a maintenance role is required.

* 1 or more years of healthcare facility experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORTS:

* Ability to carry 50 pounds.

* Ability to lift 50 pounds.

* Requires prolonged standing and walking.

* Ability to distinguish letters, numbers or symbols accurately.

* Able to work unsupervised.

* Ability to work from step/extension ladders to 12 feet.

* Required to use personal safety equipment.

* Requires corrected vision to normal range.

* Requires corrected hearing to normal range.

ENVIORMENT AND

WORKING CONDITIONS:

* Working in tight (small) places.

* Working inside and outside.

* May be exposed to hazardous products, communicable disease and/or body fluids.

* Work around hot equipment.

* Help move patients when needed.

* Must be able to handle stressful situations.

* Working in high places.

* Working evenings/nights, weekends and holidays.

* May require working a double shift for coverage.

* Work in noisy areas.

* Must be ready at all times to deal with violence (verbal, physical and deadly weapons).

* Take bodies to morgue.

OSHA CATEGORY:

* OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.

* Standing - 2/3 or more

* Walking - 2/3 or more

* Sitting - 1/3 or more

* Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more

* Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - 2/3 or more

* Pushing/Pulling - Up to 2/3

* Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - 2/3 or…