OVERVIEW This role maintains and repairs hospital facilities and equipment to ensure a safe, reliable environment for patients and staff. Responsibilities include preventive and emergency maintenance, troubleshooting plumbing, electrical, HVAC and mechanical systems, and performing intermediate carpentry, painting and general repairs while documenting work and responding promptly to facility needs.
40-hours per week
AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs, minimizing risks to patient and team members, to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service. Performs and manages assigned tasks including preventive maintenance and on-demand work orders, on equipment and buildings, within the established time frames while meeting departmental expectations for quality of work. Monitors all areas of the building for maintenance issues including, but not limited to the building envelope (exterior siding system, windows, doors) etc.; recognizing problems and reporting to appropriate facilities staff grounds related issues or concerns, i.e. sidewalk issues, asphalt paving problems etc.
Monitors , maintains and troubleshoots problems with the utility system within the building to ensure the proper and optimum operation including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, life safety and energy management systems. This includes being responsible for systems such as boiler plant , chiller plant , ventilation system , fire protection systems, refrigerator equipment and other hospital systems as may be assigned.
Completes mandatory detail documentation of tasks performed including time spent performing tasks. Effectively communicates with customers, peers, and leadership. Knowledge in the use of a computer and related organizational programs, CMMS and BAS is required.
This position installs televisions as required , maintains motors, fans, and other hospital equipment. This position will also require possessing an understanding of cooling tower and chiller functions, air filter properties and water treatment system operations in order to optimize operations of the system. This position will require intermediate carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and tasks associated with HVAC.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE High school diploma or equivalent 6 years of documented commercial/industrial maintenance experience (OR) 2 years equivalent healthcare experience plus an Active M. E. C.
H. Certification (OR) 2 years equivalent healthcare experience or approved equivalent certifications (OR) 2 year equivalent healthcare experience and a minimum of four of the following certifications with manger approval; Water treatment certification for Boilers, Chillers & Cooling Towers, UST Class A/B Operator, Universal EPA refrigeration certification, ASSE 6040 certification, ASHE Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, Fire Door Maintenance Inspection, Fire Barrier Maintenance and Inspection, Pre-Approved NFPA, or ASHE Credits as approved by FMES Director and department need.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE See required certifications above Maintain a valid driver's license Have and maintain driving record per Mercy’s HR-01 Fleet Safety policy OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Good interpersonal/communication skills L EVEL OF SUPERVISION Work is performed according to specific procedures and methods, but the incumbent must make minor decisions using independent judgment required in order to adapt to routine situations.
SUPERVISES This job has no supervisory responsibilities .
$21.00 - $30.45 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information.
At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women