Maintenance Mechanic, Lead - Facilities

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The Maintenance Mechanic, Lead performs a variety of tasks related to executing a safe and efficient operation of repair of all equipment and support systems.

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Provides direction and leadership for the maintenance crew and daily activities
• Perform a variety of duties including plumbing, electrical, HVAC systems, building maintenance, and repair of patient care equipment
• Provide guidance and support to multiple teams and projects simultaneously
• Participate in leadership responsibilities that include coaching, training, performance evaluation, employee engagement, and disciplinary actions up to termination of employment status
• Collaborate with vendors and distributors to ensure accurate item delivery dates and supplies and to remedy back orders
• Complete work orders in a timely manner and ensure proper documentation in accordance with DNV standards
• Completes daily route checks by rounding in and around all UMC off‑site locations to identify maintenance issues
• Respond to work orders for assistance needed with general repairs of patient care equipment, office equipment, or grounds service
• Provide support to supervisor(s) as backup in their absence or assist with personnel or technical issues
• All other related assigned duties

• High School Diploma or GED
• +5 years of experience with Maintenance/Construction work and a foundation in electrical and plumbing maintenance
• +2 years of leadership experience, leading people and/or processes

• Ability to participate in Administrator On Call schedule is required
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations as it relates to the position
• Knowledge of and prior experience with building and equipment preventive maintenance and general repair
• Trade‑level practices, tools, and materials of maintenance trades
• Proven knowledge of general maintenance and repair practices, tools and materials of carpentry, locksmith, painting, roofing, plumbing, and HVAC trades
• Familiarity with various types of electrical systems, plumbing, painting, mechanical repair, and general building techniques

The person in this role regularly works with vendors, department leaders, and hospital employees.

Visual acuity required continuously. Auditory acuity required continuously. Ability to speak required frequently. Sitting, walking, and standing are frequent; bending and carrying are occasional. Lifting/carrying requirements are light to heavy.

This position is mostly subject to inside environmental conditions, but may require occasional outdoor work. May require frequent work with environmental hazards (noisy environment, infectious agents, near power supplies/machinery, etc.), and occasionally work with toxic chemicals. Danger from falls, cuts, and abrasions is present. Subject to various shifts. Subject to call-backs at all times. Telephone is required.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.