Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Senior Maintenance Mechanic

Responsible to complete light maintenance, repair and cleaning tasks in a safe, professional manner. Must take extra precautions when working in patient/resident care areas and specifically keep tools out of reach of children. Possess advanced mechanical knowledge, and show competence in the use of hand tools, meters, measuring devices and gauges. Ability to work from blueprints, schematics and technical manuals required.

Acts as a resource to staff and assists management with the department personnel and operations of the department. Perform and oversee work quality inspections on a routine basis to ensure all work orders are being completed following acceptable engineering practices.

Functions with safety, morale, and efficiency of the department and team in mind. Must possess the skills necessary to perform evaluations of all types of building and equipment repairs. Good written and oral communications skills are essential. Must be able to explain conditions and situations accurately while troubleshooting. Ability to work all shifts and hours as scheduled. Complies with all corporate and facility policies and dress code.

Understands written and verbal communications. Completes advanced tasks independently with minimal supervision. Must possess a working knowledge of local, state and federal codes, specifications, and ordinances.

Depending on facility size, additional duties may include but are not limited to: perform installation and maintenance of mechanical and stationary systems, including boiler operations, to ensure a safe and efficient environment; maintain campus grounds and perform other outside maintenance duties; perform general duties such as electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC), and bed repair and maintenance.

May require on-call duties as needed or as directed by the department.

High school diploma or equivalent preferred. Trade school or vocational school preferred. Depending on location, a valid driver's license and a good driving record may be required.