Maintenance Mechanic

SISTERS OF CHARITY OF NAZARETH INC; Nazareth (KY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Sisters of Charity of Nazareth is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Technician to install, maintain and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, refrigeration, structural, and heating systems. The role involves hands-on work across pumps, boilers, HVAC, kitchen equipment, and associated utilities.

Qualifications include an associate degree or equivalent experience, knowledge of electrical/plumbing/steam systems, and ability to read diagrams.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school; or 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination.
• Good working knowledge of electricity, plumbing, steam, mechanical systems and HVAC.
• EPA Section 608 certification encouraged or required for some roles; driver’s license with clean record.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain pumps, furnaces, boilers and motors.
• Install and maintain electrical circuits, refrigeration equipment and systems, HVAC equipment and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems accurately.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Read diagrams and work orders to perform installations and repairs.

Skills

Electrical systems

Plumbing

HVAC

Mechanical systems

Education

Associate degree

Tools

Diagrams reading

Job description

About the Organization

We, the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are an international Congregation impelled by the love of Christ in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding. Embracing intercultural relationships, we and our Associates commit ourselves to care for all creation and to work for peace and justice in solidarity with oppressed and marginalized peoples. For more about The Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, visit our website at nazareth.org.

EOE Statement

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Category Maintenance

Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt

Description

Summary/Objective

Installs, maintains, repairs, or replaces mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, plumbing, refrigeration, structural, and heating equipment and systems by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions

• Repair and maintain pumps, furnaces, boilers and motors.
• Install and maintain electrical circuits, refrigeration equipment and systems, HVAC equipment and commercial kitchen equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems accurately.
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments.
• Repair or replace defective parts.
• Use appropriate hand and power tools to repair equipment, furnishings, appliances and systems.
• Read diagrams to perform installations, repairs, etc. on equipment and systems.
• Read and interpret work orders.
• Repair and install roof materials.
• Hang and finish sheetrock.
• Paint interior and exterior surfaces.
• Fabricate items from wood and metal.
• Weld metal with either gas or electric.
• Clean drains and replace sections of waste lines.
• Install new water lines, repair water service, firefighting lines and hydrants.
• Install and repair locks.
• Operate construction equipment: bobcats, backhoes, aerial lifts, etc.
• Other duties may be assigned.

In addition to the above requirements, it is also your obligation as an employee to understand and uphold the mission, charism, values and language of the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth

SCN Mission Statement

We Sisters of Charity of Nazareth are an international Congregation impelled by the love of Christ in the tradition of Vincent de Paul and Louise de Marillac and the pioneer spirit of Catherine Spalding. Embracing intercultural relationships, we and our Associates commit ourselves to care for all creation and to work for peace and justice in solidarity with oppressed and marginalized peoples.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed represent knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Competencies

• Ethical Conduct
• Confidentiality
• Time Management
• Project Management
• Initiative and Problem Solving
• Technical
• Capacity
• Attention to Detail

Supervisory Responsibility

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education/Experience

Associate degree or equivalent from a two-year College or technical school; or 2-3 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Good working knowledge of electricity, plumbing, steam, mechanical systems and HVAC.

Licenses/Certificates

Ability to train for and receive necessary certifications, i.e. EPA section 608 certification. Must have valid driver's license and good driving record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. This position is very active and requires standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and stooping, crouching, crawling, working from ladders, scaffolds, man lifts and climbing all day. The employee must frequently lift and/or move items over 50 pounds.

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be regularly exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee will be frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration and be occasionally exposed to a variety of extreme conditions at job sites. The noise level can be loud.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a Full-Time position. Hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., 40 hours per week. This is an on-call after hours position.

Travel

Travel is primarily local during the business day, although some out-of-the-area travel may be expected.