Brent Maintenance Apprentice

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Under supervision, performs a variety of skilled work in the operation, repair, and maintenance of buildings, equipment, and other related work as required. Skills are developed through training programs and then applied to maintenance and repairs of equipment including vessel boiler, electrical, air-conditioning refrigeration, plumbing, as well as a working knowledge of all other skill areas. This position is a bridge training and a steppingstone to a general mechanic role.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Required
- High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred
- Experience working in the trades or completion of high school pre-apprenticeship program.

• Basic computer skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well with others and take direction.
• Ability to analyze situations and develop an effective course of action.
• Ability to perform arithmetic calculations as required by the job.

• Actively participates in the state accredited Facilities Apprenticeship Program.
• Meets competencies and learning milestones.
• Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting.
• Unclogs plumbing lines, replaces light bulbs, replaces ceiling tile, repairs leaking faucets, and touches up paint.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance to scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately.
• Reports on time to the program’s designated sites and completes all scheduled classes, labs, study periods, and any other activities required by the training partner. Activities may be virtual or in-person.
• Completes program within the designated amount of time.
• Complies with all policies at all times while representing the company, including while offsite.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Heavy Work
- Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. (Constantly: activity or…