General Mechanic

ochsner; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health in New Orleans is seeking a facilities maintenance professional to respond to departmental maintenance needs and repair or replace equipment in assigned areas. The role emphasizes hands-on work across electrical, mechanical, plumbing, and HVAC systems within hospital settings.

You will perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot electro/mechanical systems, and document activities. Collaboration with Facilities leadership for requests and on-call duties is required to ensure

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Trade school or apprenticeship preferred.
• Must have 2 years of experience in Commercial, Industrial or Hospital Maintenance or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program.

Responsibilities

• Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting.
• Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as nurse call system and fire alarm system.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections and maintains documentation.
• Assists with maintenance on associated equipment within assigned area(s).
• Performs other related duties and is on-call for emergencies and extended hours as needed.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Plumbing

Electrical

HVAC-R

Carpentry

Interpersonal skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school / apprenticeship (preferred)

Job description

We’ve made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways.

At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today!

This job responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs and is responsible for the execution of repairs or replacement of affected equipment in assigned area(s). Responds to and repairs specialty systems, accelerating requests as appropriate to leader for distribution. Refers requests beyond scope of position to Facilities leader appropriately for distribution. Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshoots the electro/mechanical systems utilizing specialized test equipment and hand/power tools. 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.

Education

• Required - High School diploma or equivalent
• Preferred - Trade school or company school

Work Experience

• Required - 2 years of experience in Commercial, Industrial or Hospital Maintenance or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program
• Preferred - Healthcare experience

Certifications

• Required - Valid driver's license in the state of residence

Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Experience with all hand and power tools
• Must be familiar with a wide range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a can-do attitude.
• Must be mechanically inclined with the ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
• Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards.
• Self-directed with the ability handle the mental and physical stress/pressure to complete all jobs, including emergencies.
• Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods of time.
• Basic knowledge of reading, writing and understanding mechanical and electrical symbolisms to properly interpret blueprints, schematics specifications and mechanical drawings.
• Must be able to properly handle power and hand tools required to perform job duties effectively.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply effective judgment when performing job duties.
• Must be able to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours.

Job Duties

• Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting. Examples of works may include but not limited to: unclogging plumbing lines, replacing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tile, repair leaking faucets, and painting touch-up.
• Follows up on completed assignments ensuring equipment is working appropriately.
• Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as, and not limited to, the nurse call system, fire alarm system, television system, medical gas system, and the ceiling system.
• Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance to scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately.
• Assists with any maintenance on associated equipment within assigned area(s)
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Assists other Hospital and Clinic departments with daily maintenance and support services as needed Will assist with repairs and upkeep of facilities structures and building systems
• In the event of severe weather emergencies or disaster, personnel will be assigned a work area and remain onsite throughout the duration of the severe weather or disaster.
• 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.

Complies with the Ochsner Health System and its managed entities' Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable beh