General Mechanic

1024 Lehigh Valley Hospital - Schuylkill; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to ensure uninterrupted utility flow and perform preventive maintenance within hospital facilities.

The role requires hands-on use of electrical, carpentry, plumbing and related trades, ensuring safe and efficient operation of equipment and spaces across the medical center.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of progressive maintenance experience with 1 year using hand and power tools, or a related degree/cert.
• Ability to work in tight spaces and follow safety protocols.
• DL is required for PA residency; PA driver's license preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs electrical, carpentry, painting, concrete, plumbing, welding, drywall and ceiling repairs.
• Implements improvements to equipment, walls, doors, ceilings, hardware and other hospital areas.
• Repairs hospital equipment, applies lubrication and adjustments for safety and comfort.
• Maintains laundry equipment, portable phones, pagers, beds, wheelchairs and surgical gear.
• Constructs and maintains wooden structures using hand and power tools.
• Develops supply estimates and material/fiscal requirements for projects.
• Documents repairs and reports faulty equipment and systems.
• Responds to monitor alarms during emergencies and manages boilers/secondary systems.

Skills

General maintenance

Electrical

Carpentry

Plumbing

Safety procedures

Hand & power tools

Education

High School Diploma

Related degree or certification

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation's most advanced health networks. Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work. LVHN has been ranked among the "Best Hospitals" by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We're a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center's prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an 'A' grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN's commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day. Whether you're considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Summary Plans and coordinates control within the facility maintenance operations and provides for an uninterrupted flow of utilities based upon existing design criteria. Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshoots the electro/mechanical systems utilizing specialized test equipment and hand/power tools.

Job Duties

• Completes various general and specialized trade skills such as electrical, carpentry, painting, concrete, plumbing, welding, drywall installing, or repairs of various ceiling systems.
• Performs improvements to equipment, walls, doors, ceilings, hardware, and other services essential for the medical center.
• Performs repairs and adds lubrication and adjustments on all hospital equipment to ensure a comfortable and safe environment.
• Assumes responsibility for any maintenance on laundry equipment, portable phones, pagers, beds, wheelchairs, and surgical equipment.
• Constructs, repairs, and maintains wooden structures such as furniture, equipment, partitions, and other parts of the hospital buildings using hand and power tools.
• Develops supply estimates for various projects, gathers technical data, evaluates/formulates safety procedures, and creates material and fiscal requirements for assigned projects.
• Documents repairs and reports all faulty operating equipment and systems.
• Answers monitor alarms under emergency conditions and takes appropriate steps to vent boilers or activates secondary systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2 years Progressive experience in commercial or industrial maintenance and 1 year Experience with all hand and power tools or Related degree or certification will be considered in lieu of experience.
• Ability to work in tight space environments.
• Ability to use standard hand tools.
• Ability to adhere to safety procedures and protocols.
• Ability to secure top secret clearance.
• Knowledge of universal waste accidental release procedures.
• Knowledge of used oil/used hydraulic fluid accidental release procedures and collection/clean up.
• DL - Driver's License_PA - State of Pennsylvania

Physical Demands Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.

Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift: Day Shift Address: 700 E Norwegian St Primary Location: Lehigh Valley Hospital- Schuylkill Position Type: Onsite Union: Not Applicable Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 6:30 to 1500, on-call, work weekends 1 in and 6 weeks Department: 1024-00117 Plant Engineering Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN) is the region’s largest employer and health care provider of choice. Our nearly 20,000 health care professionals take pride in what they do and are driven by our mission to heal, comfort and care for the people of our community. LVHN is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work®. LVHN’s culture of trust - and the positive things colleagues said about working at LVHN when surveyed by Great Place to Work and Fortune - align perfectly with what makes a great workplace. This designation tells you that LVHN is a great place to work from hire to retire. If you are someone who aligns with LVHN’s core values - Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration and Excellence - you will have a rewarding and successful career here.