Maintenance Mechanic

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** Maintenance Mechanic
** The University of Miami/UHealth department of Facilities has an exciting opportunity for a Full Time Maintenance Mechanic to work at the UHealth Medical Campus. The Maintenance Mechanic - Central (H) constructs, maintains, and tests mechanical equipment, machinery, and components to maintain the physical assets of the institution in good working order.
* Greases, lubricates and replaces filters in air and hydraulic systems.
* Performs inspections and repairs of equipment and completes scheduled maintenance.
* Diagnoses problems and makes adjustments or reports situations to proper managing staff.
* Prepares and maintains records and reports.
* Reads and interprets equipment manuals and work orders.
* Orders necessary parts and equipment from vendors and suppliers.
* Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.
** Department Specific Functions
*** Provide proper care, preventative maintenance, and repair maintenance of building surfaces, building structures, hardware, furniture and fixtures in assigned areas.
* Initiate work orders to appropriate maintenance personnel when the nature of the work is beyond the mechanic’s capability. Assists with the completion of the work as required.
* Replace broken glass inside doors, windows and partitions.
* Replace light bulbs and fluorescent tubes that custodian personnel cannot reach without scaffolding or ladders 6 feet or smaller.
* Replace faucet washers and flush valves; repairs minor plumbing leaks; unclogs drains with snakes and plumber helpers; and other plumbing duties.
* Replace broken commode seats, tissue, towel, and soap dispensers, repair bathroom partitions, and mirrors.
* Repair or replace damaged ceiling, wall, floor, and window coverings, including minor plaster work.
* Adjust and repair all door hardware, including the door closure and locks.
* Repair furniture and fixtures.
* Inspect fire extinguishers and replace units that are out-of-date, discharged or damaged with fully charged units.
* Perform minor carpentry work such as hanging mirrors and pictures, installing shelves, tightening loose signs and supports, repair handrails, trim wood doors, etc.
* Paint areas that require no more than two hours to paint.
* Perform minor electrical maintenance such as replacing light switches, ballasts, light fixtures, wall outlets, replacing fuses, etc. Conducts routine building inspections.
* Conducts periodic inspections of roofs and performs minor roof repairs. Has total responsibility of assigned area.
*** This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
***** CORE QUALIFICATIONS
*** High School diploma or equivalent
* Minimum 3 years of relevant experience
** Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:
*** Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
* Commitment to the University’s core values.
* Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
* Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
* Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
* Knowledge of standard tools, practices, methods of trade areas assigned.
* Knowledge of occupation hazards and safety precautions of work
* Ability to understand and follow written/oral instructions.
* Must be able to read, write and speak English to work with trouble report system.
* Must be able to satisfy all building trouble reports.
* Ability to establish and maintain satisfactory working relationships with the public and other employees.
* Ability to operate a motor vehicle.
* The individual must possess a valid motor vehicle operator’s license as issued by the State prior to appointment.
* The person must maintain such valid license during tenure of employment.
*** Any relevant education, certifications and/or work…