Maintenance Technician II

Bryan College Of Health Sciences; Lincoln (NE); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Bryan College Of Health Sciences in Lincoln, Nebraska, seeks a Maintenance Technician II to troubleshoot, repair and maintain hospital devices and systems, including patient beds/lifts, fire alarm, nurse call, and pneumatic tube systems, plus supporting building software and hardware.

The role covers construction tasks for new/remodeled spaces, preventative maintenance, safety inspections, and collaboration with staff to ensure dependable operations; on-site work with potential on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of construction and building maintenance basics.
• Understanding of electrical and electronic principles.
• Familiarity with computer hardware/software relevant to work.
• Ability to read schematics and blueprints.
• Skill in using power tools and measuring devices.
• Capacity to estimate materials, time and costs.
• Ability to troubleshoot malfunctioning systems.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Commits to mission and demonstrates core values.
• Performs electrical/electronic installation, repair and maintenance.
• Troubleshoots and maintains computerized systems (pneumatic tube, fire alarm, nurse call).
• Responds to maintenance requests for all buildings.
• Performs demolition and installation tasks for spaces per standards.
• Welds and repairs metal components using multiple welding methods.
• Maintains inventories and storage areas for maintenance supplies.
• Conducts preventive maintenance evaluations and keeps logs.
• Inspects building areas for safety and lighting; detects issues early.
• Writes/updates preventive maintenance procedures per codes/regulations.
• Works on pre-purchase evaluations; participates in task forces.
• Attends trainings to expand proficiency and pursue education.
• Responds to snow emergencies when needed.
• Accesses restricted areas to perform work independently.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Construction knowledge

Electrical principles

Electronic principles

Computer hardware

Power tools operation

Estimating materials/time/costs

Problem solving

Reading schematics/blueprints

Prioritization

Verbal/written communication

Body mechanics & safety

Calm under stress

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Trade school graduation preferred

Job description

Summary

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Maintenance Technician II troubleshoots, repairs, replaces and conducts maintenance on assigned devices and equipment. Supports computerized and automated systems including patient beds/lifts, fire alarm system, nurse call system, pneumatic tube system, track system and related building software and hardware systems. Performs general construction tasks for new, remodeled or repaired spaces as assigned. Utilizes knowledge of manufacturer's manuals, troubleshooting techniques and preventative maintenance schedules to work independently or cooperatively with coworkers to perform daily work assignments.

PRINCIPAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• 1. *Commits to the mission, vision, beliefs and consistently demonstrates our core values.
• 2. *Performs general electrical and electronic installation, repair and maintenance of hospital devices and equipment as assigned; may act as primary technical resource for one or more devices or specific equipment.
• 3. *Troubleshoots, repairs and maintains computerized controlled systems, i.e., pneumatic tube system, fire alarm system and nurse call system.
• 4. *Responds to maintenance service requests and repair needs for all buildings assigned.
• 5. *Performs various demolition and installation construction tasks to meet departmental standards for new, remodeled or repaired spaces including walls, ceilings, floors, countertops, cabinets, windows, doors and built-in fixtures as assigned.
• 6. *Welds, fabricates and repairs metal components utilizing stick, gas, TIG and/or MIG welding techniques/methods.
• 7. *Inventories, stocks and maintains maintenance supply storage areas.
• 8. *Conducts preventative maintenance evaluations on assigned equipment; maintains logs, records and reports as required per departmental or regulatory requirements.
• 9. Conducts visual inspections of all building areas to ensure public spaces are well lit, common areas are physically/structurally maintained and coworkers/public safety is ensured; detects malfunctioning equipment before damage occurs.
• 10. Writes and updates preventative maintenance procedures; utilizes knowledge of building codes, ordinances and other regulatory requirements to accomplish work assignments.
• 11. Works with departmental personnel to conduct pre-purchase evaluations of equipment and makes suggestions as appropriate; participates on task forces and committees as requested.
• 12. Attends training classes to expand and maintain proficiency on assigned equipment and systems; advances work knowledge by participating in continuing education, reading periodicals/reference books and seeking ongoing development opportunities.
• 13. Responds to snow emergencies when needed.
• 14. Enters restricted access areas, without supervision, to perform assigned work.
• 15. Performs other related projects and duties as assigned.

(Essential Job functions are marked with an asterisk “*”)

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• 1. Knowledge of construction and maintenance activities, building systems and related equipment.
• 2. Knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and practices including repair and maintenance.
• 3. Knowledge of computer hardware equipment and software applications relevant to work functions.
• 4. Skill in the operation and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and measuring devices.
• 5. Ability to estimate materials, time and costs of building construction and repair projects.
• 6. Ability to detect and utilize problem-solving skills in correcting malfunctioning systems.
• 7. Ability to read, interpret and analyze schematics, drawings and blueprints.
• 8. Ability to prioritize work demands and work with minimal supervision.
• 9. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
• 10. Ability to practice proper body mechanics to ensure personal and customer/patient safety.
• 11. Ability to react and function appropriately under stressful and in emergency situations.
• 12. Ability to maintain regular and punctual attendance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma or equivalency required. Graduation from a trade school preferred. Minimum of one (1) year experience in construction or building maintenance required. New hires into the position will undergo a 90-day evaluation period to ensure second-level skills can be demonstrated and validated. Documentation of validation will become part of the employee’s performance record. Lack of validation prior to 90-days will result in reclassification to the Maintenance Technician I level.

OTHER CREDENTIALS / CERTIFICATIONS:

Valid State of Nebraska Driver's License required. Verification and maintenance of responsible driving record per facility standards required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

(Physical Requirements are based on federal criteria and assigned by Human Resources upon review of the Principal Job Functions.)

(DOT) – Characterized as very heavy work requiring exertion in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Long periods of standing, lifting, walking, bending, pushing, pulling, climbing and crawling with occasional exposure to high voltage, high temperatures and heights from 25 - 120 feet; exposure to latex, body fluid, blood, fiberglass and fire proofing insulation, dust, noise and exposure to wet and damp places. Must wear personal protection devices and clothing, i.e. respirator, hard hats and safety back belts. May work in an on-call capacity and be required to work holidays, weekends, evening and nights, overtime as needed including seasonal work i.e. snow removal.