Maintenance Mechanic II

NeighborHealth; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 33,062 - 49,593; Full time

Job summary

NeighborHealth is seeking a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic II to perform regular maintenance across our locations, including ductwork, plumbing, electrical and HVAC tasks. You will help with preventative maintenance, repairs, and small construction projects at all NeighborHealth sites, and you’ll be on-call on a rotating bi-weekly basis to handle emergencies.

The role requires independent work, a valid driver’s license, and strong organizational skills while contributing to a safe, clean and

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience as a maintenance person.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, electricity and repairing equipment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

Responsibilities

• Perform mid-skilled maintenance, repair and construction at all health locations.
• Operate equipment and tools to repair and maintain systems.
• On-call twenty-four hours/day on a rotating basis for emergencies.

Skills

Maintenance

HVAC

Electrical

Plumbing

Carpentry

Driver's license

Job description

BI-WEEKLY

Receive Paper Goods

Thank you for your interest in a career at NeighborHealth, formerly East Boston Neighborhood Health Center! As one of the largest community health centers in the country, NeighborHealth is proud to serve the greater Boston area with a strong commitment to the health and well-being of our patients and communities. Whether you're a nurse or physician providing direct care, a manager leading dedicated teams, or part of the essential support staff who keep our operations running smoothly — every role at NeighborHealth is vital. Together, we’re advancing medicine and delivering the best care experience for our patients and community!

To learn more about working at NeighborHealth and our benefits, please visit out our Careers Page.

Time Type

Full time

Department

Facilities

All Locations

30 Gove Street - Lyman School

Position Summary

Perform regular maintenance related duties along with some minor specialized duties such as small scale carpentry/construction, floor and plumbing repair along with grounds keeping and housekeeping to all NeighborHealth locations. Provide mechanical preventative maintenance on NeighborHealth systems and equipment such as belt and filter changes. Assist Lead Mechanic and other mechanics on projects which would require assistance. Will remain on call twenty-four hours/day for any problems occurring during off-hours, on a rotated, bi-weekly basis. All mechanics will remain on call for emergencies.

FACILITIES MAINTENANCE MECHANIC II

Job Description

REPORTS TO

Facilities Director

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Ability to work independently on small scale projects or requests. Perform a variety of mid-skilled work for maintenance, repair and construction at all health locations. Including ductwork installation, lock repairs, furniture set ups, plumbing and electrical. Perform various maintenance and repairs on refrigeration, plumbing, heating and air conditioning equipment. Operate a variety of equipment and machines including saws and various hand and power tools to perform repair and maintenance work.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Technical training and/or at least three year’s experience as a maintenance person.
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, H.V.A.C., carpentry, electricity and repairing equipment.
• Good communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and good driving record.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE

SCHEDULED PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE

DAILY

• Grounds keeping
• General Maintenance and upkeep of entranceways, parking lots, wells, and the neighborhood surrounding the property, including, but not limited to: trash removal, sweeping, property repairs, landscaping, graffiti removal, snow removal, ice melt, and any other tasks which fall under these categories.

WHEN REQUESTED

• Biohazard Containment
• Pick Up Biohazard Waste Boxes
• Replace Light Bulbs
• Shredder Pick Ups

WEEKLY

• Clean Interior of Facilities' Vehicles
• Clean Shop
• Fire Pump Testing
• Inspect Oxygen Supply
• Inspect and Test Eye Washes & Emergency Showers
• Inspect Hazardous Waste Areas

WEEKLY (Spring to Fall)

• Power Wash

BI-WEEKLY

• Receive Paper Goods

MONTHLY

• Change Filters
• Check Backflow Pressure Gauges
• Check Blood/Body Fluid Kits
• Check Dehumidifiers
• Check Isolation Room
• Check P-Traps
• Check Pumps In Basements
• Check Revolving Doors
• Clean Bathroom Vents
• Clean Gutters & Clear Drains
• Clean Wells
• Ejection Pumps (Inspect & Grease Fittings)
• Emergency Generator (Inspect & Service)
• Fire Extinguishers and Hoses
• Inspect Audiology Booth 2- Intake & 2- Exhaust Fans
• Inspect Emergency Lights – Battery Packs
• Inspect Exhaust Fans On Roof
• Inspect Exit Lights and Signs
• Inspect Inergen Fire Suppression System Cylinder Gauges
• Property Cleaning – Around Gove
• Recirculator Pumps For Hot Water - Oil
• Test Elevator Phones & Alarms
• Trash Pick Up

BI-MONTHLY

• Inspect and Clean Dryer Vent Duct
• Manually Swap Pumps

QUARTERLY

• Change HEPA Filters
• Change HVAC Filters
• Change RTU Filters
• Check Restroom Floor Traps
• Clean Condenser Coils – PACE Sites
• Clean Washable HVAC Filters
• Grease Recirculating Pumps
• Inspect and Clean Fresh Air Makeup Intake Exhaust
• Open & Inspect Blood & Body Fluid Cleaning Kits
• Test Back Up Ejector Pumps

BIANNUALLY

• Change Water Filters - Water Fountains
• Check/Add Oil To Boiler Room Pumps
• Check/Clean & Dirty Utility Rooms
• Check Eyewash Stations – Flow & Temperature Test
• Circulate Booster Pumps
• Clean Filters HVAC – Washable Boiler
• Inspect Smoke Walls
• Maintenance Of Back Flow Preventors
• Med Room Refrigerators – Clean Coils
• Pharmaceutical/Hazardous Waste Removal
• Replace Defibrillator Batteries
• Satellite Accumulation Area Inspection
• Storm Readiness

TRIENNIALLY

• Ejection Pump Alarm Test
• Inspect Waste Lines

ANNUALLY

• Change Batteries & Inspect All Emergency Lights
• Change Batteries & Inspect All Exit Lights
• Cooling - Turn On
• Cut Back Trees
• Drain Fuel and Store Snow Blowers
• Ejector Pump Clean Out
• Emergency Generator 30% 2Hr Load Test
• Gear Heater Element – Plug In
• Gear Heater Element – Unplug In
• Humidistat Unplug
• Humidistat Plug In
• Inspect Electrical Outlets - All Clinical Areas
• Inspect GFI Recepticles & Breakers
• Inspect Sprinkler System - Visual
• Install Planters
• Lower Boiler Temperature To 180
• Lower Discharge Temperature To 55
• Raise Discharge Temperature To 65
• Remove Planters
• Repaint HP Symbols & Lines In Parking Lots
• Test All Restroom Alarms
• Test Crash Bars
• Tune up Snow Blowers
• Turn Off Heaters
• Turn On Heaters

EVERY 3 YEARS

• Emergency Generators – Run for 4 Hrs. > 30%

ROUTINE MAINTENANCE

• Repair toilets, install and repair dispensers (paper towel, soap, etc.)
• Key control, make keys, and repair locks
• Make signs, name tags, doorplates
• Set up conference rooms for meetings (tables, chairs, etc.)
• Escort repairmen, meter readers, outside vendors
• Move inventory (records, boxes, furniture, etc.) to storage
• Keep storage areas in orderly condition
• Change lights
• Patching and painting of walls. Repair doors, windows, thermostats

OTHER DUTIES

• Respond to staff requests for emergency services
• Continue work on all unfinished work orders
• Light construction
• Backup to housekeeping
• Decontamination of rooms/areas where Blood/Body fluid spills have occurred
• Conduct weekly walk through of all buildings replacing light bulbs and noting any maintenance concerns
• Preventative, routine and regulatory inspections.

Perform other related duties as requested

Pay Range: starting at $24/hr up to $36/hr based on relevant experience

NeighborHealth is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-568-4480 to let us know the nature of your request

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