Maintenance Mechanic

MercyOne; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

MercyOne is seeking a full-time maintenance technician to perform preventative and corrective maintenance of facility equipment and systems at our hospital in Waterloo, IA. You will read diagrams and manuals, operate hand and power tools, and ensure equipment runs safely and efficiently.

This role requires 0–2 years in an institutional setting, a high school diploma or GED, a valid IA driver's license, and completion of NVCI training within 6 months of hire.

Qualifications

• Experience in institutional environment.
• High School diploma or GED.
• Valid IA driver’s license and acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR).
• NVCI training within 6 months of hire for full-time staff.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and mechanical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on facility equipment and systems.
• Perform routine repair work and document work orders.
• Operate and maintain boiler room equipment and monitor systems.
• Demonstrate competency of building systems and safety procedures.
• Patrol Sartori Memorial Hospital and Division Street buildings to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry.
• Adhere to safety, infection control and employee health policies and procedures.

Skills

Basic math

Blueprint reading

Mechanical inclination

Personal computer

Reasoning ability

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Position Summary

Performs preventative and corrective maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment and systems in the health

system. Works according to diagrams, sketches, operations manuals and manufacturer’s specifications. Patrols Hospital and Division Street buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry. Uses hand and power tools and precision measuring and testing instruments. Adhere's to Mercyone

performance expectations and performs all defined services and other related duties in accordance with the mission, vision and values.

Major Areas of Responsibility/Essential Function % of Time

• 1. Performs preventative maintenance on facility equipment.
• · Determines the equipment needed to perform specific job.
• · Adheres to procedure for specific task.
• · Performs tasks according to procedure.
• · Verifies proper functionality of the piece of equipment.
• · Follows through on inoperative equipment, to include generating a work order and ensuring that
• work order is completed.
• · Maintains 95% completion rating on assigned PM’s. 35%
• 2. Performs routine repair work.
• · Determines the equipment needed to perform specific repair.
• · Performs repair work.
• · Documents work performed on work order and presents to clerical support staff for record
• keeping.
• · Identifies other repair needs and generates work orders. 35%
• 3. Operates and maintains boiler room.
• · Monitors equipment.
• · Identifies problems and takes next steps.
• · Communicates to next shift. 5%
• 4. Demonstrates competency of building systems.
• · Knowledgeable of medical gas systems.
• · Knowledgeable of heating and cooling systems: 10%
• · Chiller start-up · Boiler start-up · Air handle unit start-up · Monitors and sets up negative pressure rooms. · Knowledgeable in utility systems.
• 5. Sartori Staff- patrols Sartori Memorial Hospital and Division Street buildings and grounds to
• prevent fire, theft, vandalism and illegal entry.
• • Periodically tours buildings and grounds, checks doors, windows and gates.
• • Responds to and resolves problems. Confronts unauthorized persons for questioning, routes or
• details them or calls the police.
• • Escorts personnel as requested.
• • Provides documentation or seeks documentation from others when appropriate (i.e., witnesses,
• policy reports, etc.).
• • Coordinates efforts to maintain/improve safety.
• • Responds to codes as trained 15%
• 6. Adheres to all safety, infection control and employee health policies and procedures.
• • Attends required safety programs.
• • Appropriately and consistently uses the personal protective equipment required of the job.
• • Knows and can demonstrate departmental emergency procedures for fire, disaster and other
• emergency situations.
• • Reports and removes unsafe equipment/furniture.
• • Asks for assistance when needed to assure safety for all involved.
• Maintains a safe working environment and practices safe working habits.

Education and Experience:

Basic Skill Set 0 – 2 years - Experience in an institutional environment.

High School or Equivalent (GED)

Certification/Licensure Required for Job:

Valid IA driver’s license and an acceptable Motor

Vehicle Report (MVR). MRT. Non-Violent Crisis

Intervention Training (NVCI) within 6 months of hire

for full-time staff.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities required:

(i.e. supervision, computers, etc.) Intermediate language, basic math, intermediate reasoning ability. Personal computer. Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical inclination.

Working Conditions:

May be exposed to areas that are hot or extremely dirty. Exposure to seasonal weather conditions. The tasks of this job may involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues. Potential for possible exposure to hazardous materials and/or chemicals.

Schedule

This is a 1st shift position 7a-3:30pm. Will take call every 4 weeks and have some weekend work responsibilities during that time.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.