Maintenance Helper 11P to 7A (Healthcare)

Job description

Job Description – Maintenance Helper (Healthcare)

Summary

Maintenance Helper: Performance of duties in a professional healthcare and/or hospital setting. Performance of general building maintenance requiring practical skill and knowledge with direct supervision. Assists engineers and maintenance mechanics with major tasks and other qualified duties as assigned by his/her supervisor. Moderate knowledge of trades including Mechanical, Electrical, plumbing and housekeeping. Will be expected to join or have membership in International Union of Operating Engineers, Local 99. Must have personable demeanor and calm temperament.

Detail

Assists in the repair and/or installation of various facility related items, systems and/or components as may be required (e.g. broken windows, roofs, building structures, floors, hand rails, stairs, lighting systems, HVAC units, electrical units/service (120/240/480), plumbing/sewer systems for the purpose of ensuring that items are available and in safe working condition.

Performs facility & grounds related functions as may be required for the purpose of preserving facilities in a healthy, attractive and safe condition.

Assists other grounds and maintenance personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.

Performs assigned painting tasks as directed for the purpose of maintaining attractive facilities and minimizing damage.

Installs system component parts, office equipment and facility components as may be required for the purpose of maintaining facilities in a safe, comfortable and operating condition.

Cleans and performs minor repairs of gutters, drains and scuppers for the purpose of ensuring proper operation and adequate drainage.

Safely operates and maintains shop tools and/or equipment for the purpose of ensuring the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.

Requests equipment and supplies for the purpose of maintaining inventory and ensuring availability of required items.

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns.

Conducts self in an appropriate manner, working effectively in a diverse hospital and health-care work environment, using prudent judgment at all times, performing duties in a safe manner, and assuring professional quality of services to all external and internal customers.

Performs Other Related Work As Required And Assigned.

 

Requirements (Skills & Abilities)
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 individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability and desire to learn

A high school diploma or GED is required.  A minimum two (2) years’ experience in the building maintenance industry and accredited trade school degree in HVAC, electronic, or other industry related trade.  Union training and certification is desired. Desirable to have Universal CFC certification. Should be knowledgeable in the safe and proper use of the following tools: ladders, lifts, basic hand tools, volt meter, manual drain auger, plumber’s helper, safety goggles, ear protection, and fire extinguisher.

Ability to obtain certification to operate powered vehicular equipment such as, but not limited to, burden carriers, fork trucks, aerial lifts, etc. Must possess a reasoning ability to deal with problems involving a few known variables in routine situations.

Ability to read and interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.  Ability to read and interpret safety and maintenance manuals, wiring diagrams and other documents and to safely operate all company equipment.  Have the ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as load balancing, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.  Have the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS  - Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee frequently is required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risk of electrical shock, moving mechanical parts and heights up to 30.  The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions as well as very cold and uncomfortable heat while inside and out of the facility.  The noise level in the work environment is at times moderately loud.

Position requires sitting, standing, walking on level and slippery surfaces, reaching, twisting, turning, kneeling, bending, stooping, squatting, crouching, grasping and making repetitive hand movement in the performance of daily duties. The position also requires both near and far vision when inspecting work and operating assigned equipment. The need to lift, carry and push tools, equipment and supplies weighing 25 pounds or more is also required. Additionally, the position requires work to be performed in all weather conditions including wet, hot and cold. The individual may use cleaning and lubricating chemicals, which may expose the employee to fumes or airborne particles. May be exposed to mechanical and electrical hazards. The nature of the work also requires the individual to climb ladders, use power and noise producing tools and equipment, drive motorized vehicles and heavy equipment, and often work with constant interruptions. Wearing and using PPE properly is an expectation of the position.

Ability to work overtime as necessary to meet service demands.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES- Ability to work on a variety of tasks with frequent interruption. Ability to interact with staff and others in an open, friendly manner. Ability to follow complex instructions with minimal supervision. Ability to work independently. Ability to follow regulations pertaining to the safe operation of equipment

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