Maintenance Technician

Oceans Healthcare; Gretna (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage

401(k) Retirement Plan with Discretion

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Paid Time Off

Competitive Market Compensation

Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Oceans Healthcare in Gretna, LA is seeking a Maintenance Technician to service heating, cooling, refrigeration, and ventilation systems in the hospital. You will work on boilers, air-conditioning equipment, diesel engines, turbines, pumps, condensers, generators, and compressors, ensuring efficient and safe operation.

Routine maintenance and minor repairs are part of the role. Applicants should have a High School diploma with maintenance certification preferred, ability to read and follow

Qualifications

• Reading and following written and oral instructions; basic math and computer skills.
• Must be able to perform heavy work, lift, climb ladders, and use hand tools.
• CPR certification and Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HVAC, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment including boilers, air handlers, motors and regulators.
• Perform routine maintenance and repairs; replace filters and fluids as needed; document repairs.
• Operate and test safety/control systems; ensure equipment is inspected and records kept.
• Work to keep a neat, safe environment and attend to on-call needs.
• Demonstrate flexibility with off-hours work as required.

Skills

Reading/Writing

Math skills

Computer literacy

Heavy lifting

Hand tools

CPR

De-escalation training

Education

High School diploma

Maintenance certification

Job description

Maintenance Technicians are responsible for maintaining the extensive heating, air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation systems in the hospital. Employee may operate boilers, air-conditioning equipment, diesel engines, turbines, pumps, condensers, generators, and compressors. Employee will start up, regulate, shut down, or repair this equipment. It is their responsibility to ensure that all of these systems are operating efficiently and safely. Routine maintenance is part of the job. Other duties may include minor welding and plumbing and electrical repairs. Must be able to work off hours.

Benefits We Offer

• Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage (Multiple Plan Options) - Eligible first of the month after 30 days.
• 401 (k) Retirement Savings Plan with Discretionary Company Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily Pay
• Paid Time Off
• Competitive Market Compensation
• Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Essential Functions

• May service and make repairs to heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration equipment including: fans, motors, radiators, thermostats, dampers and regulations controls; replace filters and fluids as necessary; and maintain routine records or repairs, etc.
• Performs a variety of routine manual duties as required, such as: moving supplies, furniture, equipment, removing trash, scrap material, and replacing light bulbs, etc.
• Demonstrates ability to adjust to change as it occurs. Willingly and optimistically handles new requirements, assignments and/or challenges.
• Practices good infection control techniques; practices good safety techniques.
• Demonstrates regular maintenance of utilities including generator maintenance with support and testing, smoke purge system with support and testing, electronics, and other utilities as required.
• Maintains a neat and orderly environment.
• Meets training and certification responsibilities.
• Provides security of physical plant, grounds, and campus buildings.
• Practices good quality assurance/risk management measures.
• Performs other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

Education / Experience

High School diploma. Maintenance certification preferred

Qualifications / Skills

Ability to read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Mathematics, computer, reasoning and language skills preferred. Must be able to perform heavy work or lifting and carrying, pushing and/or pulling objects; climb ladders; and use hand tools. Training in a related maintenance (electrical, plumbing, carpentry, etc) field preferred. Must successfully complete CPR certification and an Oceans approved behavioral health de-escalation program.

Work Environment

Subject to many interruptions. Occasional pressure due to multiple calls and inquiries. This position can be high paced and stressful; must be able to cope mentally and physically to atmosphere. Work requires spending approximately 90% or more of the time inside a building that offers protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.