Driver/Groundsperson

Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

North Shore Medical Center, Inc. seeks a facilities maintenance professional to perform routine to semi-skilled repair, alteration and modification of hospital grounds, buildings, equipment and facilities.

You will review work orders, sketch plans, read blueprints, estimate time and costs, and perform preventative maintenance to ensure reliable operations. Responsibilities include equipment servicing, record-keeping, and occasional street/grounds work with lifting and outdoor tasks.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• 1 year of Landscaping experience required and Experience operating snowplow and lawn equipment 3-5 years preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written instructions and work orders; basic arithmetic for inventory and requisitions.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and design time schedules from them; sketch plans and read blueprints or manuals; estimate time, materials and cost for repairs.
• Performs corrective/preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment; inspects, calibrates, adjusts, lubricates, and repairs or replaces components.
• Operates and tests new equipment; maintains records of maintenance and repairs; performs general semi-skilled to skilled maintenance on grounds, equipment, and facilities.

Skills

General maintenance

Blueprints reading

Time management

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Lawn equipment

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Under general supervision and according to established procedures; performs a variety of routine to semi-skilled general corrective/preventive maintenance duties in the repair, alteration and modification of Hospital grounds, building, equipment, and facilities.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Culture of Excellence Responsibilities
• Design care and services for and with each patient
• Recognize that patients see quality service as quality care
• Make it a priority to assist patients, visitors and colleagues
• Take advantage of learning and growth opportunities
• Understand organizational goals and priorities

Compliance Responsibilities

• Understands and adheres to North Shore Medical Centers' (NSMC) compliance standards as they appear in Corporate Compliance Policies, Code of Conduct, and NSMC's Policies.
• Professional, Supervisory and Managerial Staff, keep abreast of all pertinent federal, state and NSMC regulations, laws, and policies as they presently exist and as they change or are modified.
• Managerial Staff ensure that their staff are trained and evaluated on their knowledge of and adherence to compliance policies and procedures specific to their jobs.

Job Specific Responsibilities

• Receive assignments and work orders. Review work orders, priority status and design time schedules. Sketch plans and/or read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, operating manuals and manufacturer's specifications; estimate time, material and cost requirements to install repair. Operate and test new equipment.
• Performs corrective/preventive maintenance on a variety of equipment according to established procedures; inspects, calibrates, adjust, lubricates, and repairs or replaces components. Services or repairs less complex equipment; schedules and maintains records of maintenance and repairs.
• Performs a variety of general semiskilled-to-skilled maintenance, alteration and repairs to grounds related machinery, equipment, or facilities as assigned or in accordance to basic skills and abilities, and standard procedures, diagrams, or manufacturers instructions.
• Performs a variety of routine manual duties as required, such as moving supplies, furniture, equipment, removing trash, scrap materials, minor patching/painting as required.
• From work orders or instructions, mows lawns, trims hedges, prunes trees, picks up grounds, sweeps walks and parking areas; cleans drains and catch basins as required.
• May operate snow plow, blower and/or shovel snow from walks, parking lots, roadways, roofs and patios.
• May construct, install or repair such items as fences, traffic control horses, etc., and the painting thereof.
• May make deliveries to various hospital buildings; picks up rubbish and trash.
• Installs and repairs outdoor signage as required.
• Paints curbs, guardrails, sign posts and re-lines parking lots as necessary.
• Moves and sets up furniture and equipment and maintains storage of excess.
• Picks up various departments bulk records and maintains storage area.
• Patches holes in pavement and repairs cracks as required.
• May operate truck to make deliveries and pick ups.
• Performs cleaning and maintenance requirements of all patios and courtyards.
• Performs necessary labor to accomplish landscaping projects and/or routine planting.
• May pick up grounds related construction materials from local vendors.
• May respond to calls for emergency repairs; completes repairs and documents service rendered.
• May assist in training staff in operation and repair of equipment.
• Orders supplies and parts according established procedures.
• May assist in evaluating new equipment.
• Assist other department personnel as needed in handling materials on major repair or installation projects.
• Keep work areas orderly, clean and safe. Assure proper care in use of tools, equipment and supplies.
• Maintain and comply with Codes and requirements of accreditation and regulatory agencies.
• Some overtime required.
• May be required to maintain "On-Call" status.
• Establishes and maintains courteous, cooperative relations when interacting with patients, visitors, other staff members, and the public.

Fiscal Responsibilities

• Maintains all required records and information pertinent to costing out work assignments as required

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent required

Licenses and Credentials

Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only required MGH Security RMV Check/Registry of Motor Vehicles Driving Report - MGB Internal required

Experience

1 year of Landscaping experience required and Experience operating snowplow and lawn equipment 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Level of knowledge of landscaping, horticulture and mechanics generally acquired through 3 years of related experience.
• Must be able to operate, safely, and efficiently a variety of hand, electrical, and gasoline-powered power tools/equipment.
• Ability to read and write in order to read and fill out material requisitions and work orders; understand and follow written and verbal instructions in order to contact vendors to obtain supplies and equipment not maintained in inventory; and perform non complex arithmetic calculations in order to maintain inventory records as normally acquired through completion of high school.
• Interpersonal skills necessary in order to communicate effectively with user departments and outside vendors in acquiring and supplying Hospital personnel with requisition materials/information.
• Able to travel independently between work sites during day and work independently.
• Able to work in an environment subject to bloodborne pathogen risk, chemicals, dust, electricity, outdoor weather conditions with extreme hot/cold temps, fumes/odors, hazardous waste, radiation, slippery surfaces, and working with mechanical parts.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Constantly (67-100%)
• Walking Constantly (67-100%)
• Sitting Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Pushing Frequently (34-66%)
• Pulling Frequently (34-66%)
• Climbing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Balancing Constantly (67-100%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Constantly (67-100%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$30.89 - $30.89/Hourly

Grade

BG2453At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.