Maintenance Mechanic Senior, Full Time, Forbes

highmarkhealth; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health in the United States is seeking a Maintenance Mechanic to perform mechanical repairs across the hospital, including electrical and plumbing, and to supervise mechanics and painter trades.

The role requires knowledge of DOH, Joint Commission, and ICRA requirements, and the ability to coordinate with outside contractors on construction projects; a valid driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; or 1–3 months of related experience and/or training.
• 3–5 years' mechanical experience including burning and welding.
• Training in plumbing, HVAC and electrical.
• Must have a basic working knowledge of a wide range of mechanical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs fabrication and repairs, including wheelchairs and beds; maintains hospital plumbing and water systems.
• Responds to service and emergency calls and coordinates with contractors.
• Works with outside contractors on projects to ensure regulatory compliance.
• Maintains knowledge of DOH, Joint Commission, and ICRA requirements.
• Maintains locks and door hardware.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical experience

Welding

Plumbing

Electrical knowledge

HVAC training

Education

High school diploma or GED

3-5 years mechanical experience

Training in plumbing, HVAC and electrical

Job description

GENERAL OVERVIEW:

Handles all mechanical repairs throughout the hospital, including electrical and plumbing; supervises Mechanics and Painter trades.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs equipment and materials fabrication including miscellaneous installations and repairs (including repairs to wheelchairs and beds); continually updates and repairs hospital plumbing systems which including hot/cold water and hospital sanitary system. Evaluates routine and special repair requests to seek opportunity for improvement. Supervises daily tasks of Mechanics and oversees completion of scheduled preventative maintenance. (40%)


• Responds to, or assigns, service and emergency calls regarding any maintenance repair, electrical or plumbing problem. (40%)


• Works closely with any outside contractors and engineering firms during construction projects and/or to assure compliance with hospital regulations. (10%)


• Must demonstrate personal accountability for knowledge and application of DOH, Joint Commission and ICRA requirements. (5%)


• Maintains locks and keys and door related apparatus. (5%)


• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum

• High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• 3-5 years' mechanical experience including burning and welding.


• Training in plumbing, HVAC and electrical.


• Must have a basic working knowledge of a wide range of mechanical equipment.

Preferred

• Stationary Engineering training as well as training in plumbing, HVAC, and/or electrical.


• Certification in Proper Refrigeration Practices Type I and Type II.


• Previous Healthcare Experience

Additional Employment Requirements:

• Valid driver's license.

Disclaimer:

The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.

Compliance Requirement :

This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.

As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.

Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.

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