Maintenance Mechanic- 7:00am-3:30pm - Monday-Friday-Rotating Weekends

Veterans in Healthcare; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Northeast Georgia Health System is seeking a skilled facilities technician to install, repair, replace, and inspect plumbing fixtures to support heating, water, gas and drainage systems across the campus in Gainesville, GA. The role requires performing in a general trade capacity with limited supervision and clear work execution direction.

The technician will monitor and maintain essential systems including boiler and chiller plants, generators, med air and vac pumps, sprinkler and fire alarm

Responsibilities

• Represents the department as knowledge professional technician. Updates the originator of work requests of all progress up to and including completion of work. Documents all work and time spent in a prompt and detailed fashion on work request.
• Understands and operates all major components of essential systems, including boiler plant, chiller plant, generator plant, med air and vac pumps, sprinkler system and fire pump, fire alarm, and the workings of hot and cold domestic systems.
• Analyzes and corrects problems related to normal building maintenance situations. Troubleshoots and repairs patient room lighting, receptacles, exit lights and ballast replacements. Analyzes mechanical problems and orders proper parts needed for repairs. Corrects common plumbing related problems, i.e., sink faucets, traps, flush valves, shut-off valves, vacuum breakers, etc. Evaluates and repairs all leaks above ceiling, i.e., roof leaks, a/c condensation, plumbing, etc.
• Prioritizes work to show good judgment in time management. Responsible for organizing tools and specific job assignment material support. Sets up work at least one day ahead to allow work to begin promptly at beginning of shift. Keeps up with all work assignments and responds to each in a timely manner. Accomplishes work according to Plant Operations Priority System.
• Correctly utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment.

Job description

Locations: Gainesville, GA

Time type: Full time

Posted on: Posted Today

Job requisition id: R29548

Job Category: Facility Support & Building Management

Work Shift/Schedule: 8 Hr Morning - Afternoon

Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.

Job Summary

Installs, repairs, replaces and inspects pipes, fittings, and plumbing fixtures to maintain heating, water, gas and drainage. Responsible for performing in a general trade skill capacity with minimum necessity of continuous supervision and job execution direction.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications:
• Preferred Educational Requirements:
• Preferred Experience:
• Other:

Job Specific And Unique Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proficient in use of all tools and equipment associated with trade
• Possesses electrical, mechanical and plumbing skills
• Safety knowledge

Essential Tasks And Responsibilities

• Represents the department as knowledge professional technician. States the nature of service being responded to, patient or staff. Updates the originator of work requests of all progress up to and including completion of work. Documents all work and time spent in a prompt and detailed fashion on work request.
• Understands and operates all major components of essential systems, including: boiler plant, chiller plant, generator plant, med air and vac pumps, sprinkler system and fire pump, fire alarm, and the workings of hot and cold domestic systems.
• Analyzes and corrects problems related to normal building maintenance situations. Troubleshoots and repairs patient room lighting, receptacles, exit lights and ballast replacements. Analyzes mechanical problems and orders proper parts needed for repairs. Corrects common plumbing related problems, i.e., sink faucets, traps, flush valves, shut-off valves, vacuum breakers, etc. Evaluates and repairs all leaks above ceiling, i.e., roof leaks, a/c condensation, plumbing, etc.
• Prioritizes work to show good judgment in time management. Responsible for organizing tools and specific job assignment material support. Sets up work at least one day ahead to allow work to begin promptly at beginning of shift. Keeps up with all work assignments and responds to each in a timely manner. Accomplishes work according to Plant Operations Priority System.
• Correctly utilizes appropriate personal protective equipment.

Physical Demands

• Weight Lifted: Up to 100 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time
• Vision: Moderate, Constantly 66-100% of time
• Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%
• Standing/Walking: Occasionally 0-30%
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%
• Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%
• Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding

Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals.

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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.