Maintenance Technician III, South Chicago Ambulatory

Advocate Health; Palos Heights (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a Maintenance Technician III to perform advanced maintenance and repair tasks in a variety of systems. The role requires a high school diploma, 4+ years of experience, and a strong focus on safety and compliance. The technician will troubleshoot mechanical and electrical systems, manage emergency repairs, and ensure the functionality of patient care equipment. This position offers a full-time employment opportunity with a mid-senior level designation in a vital healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• 4 or more years of experience in equipment maintenance.
• Certification in a skill/trade applicable to the job.
• Basic computer skills such as CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Perform facility and equipment maintenance per codes and standards.
• Conduct complex troubleshooting on mechanical and patient care equipment.
• Manage emergency repairs and preventive maintenance tasks.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Good communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Maintenance Technician III, South Chicago Ambulatory

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Performs routine, preventative, and general maintenance services that require an advanced level of skill in a variety of systems. Focus on more complex/atypical assignments including helping to facilitate small projects. Acts as an informal resource for less experienced staff. Perform all tasks with priority and focus on safety of patients, staff, and themselves. Maintains life safety systems and required documentation.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs facility and equipment maintenance in accordance with applicable codes and standards. Documents through use of the computerized maintenance management system (CMMS).
• Maintains, repairs, and conducts complex troubleshooting on mechanical equipment such as motors, pumps, conveyors, doors, fans, boilers, heat exchangers, controls, etc. with very minimal to no assistance/guidance and both within and outside normal operating procedures.
• Maintains, repairs, and conducts complex troubleshooting on patient care equipment such as beds, wheelchairs, carts, tables, etc. where not maintained by other departments
• Maintains, repairs, and conduct complex troubleshooting mechanical/electrical systems such as pneumatic tube, HVAC, refrigerators/freezers, ice machines, commercial kitchen equipment, electrical, plumbing, piped medical gas systems, specialized water systems etc. with very minimal to no assistance/guidance and both within and outside normal operating procedures.
• Performs other routine to complex general maintenance functions in the areas of grounds maintenance, carpentry, painting, and snow removal.
• Manage response and repairs associated with emergencies such as leaks, floods, water outages, fires, power outages, equipment failures, etc.
• Respond to building occupant requests in a timely and professional manner. Performs zone maintenance rounding. Keeps requesters apprised of the status of corrective actions and service requests.
• Conducts preventive maintenance and performs equipment safety checks.
• Inspects and repairs fire doors, hardware, firewalls and smoke partitions.
• Reads blueprints and maintenance manuals to gain knowledge needed to complete assignments.
  
  

Licensure, Registration, And/or Certification Required

• Certification and/or additional training in a skill/trade/equipment/system that is applicable to the job needs and the specific location.
  
  

Education Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
  
  

Experience Required

• 4 or more Years of Experience in equipment maintenance
  
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required

• Basic computer skills such as CMMS, building automation system, Microsoft Office.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
  
  

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, crawl, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 lbs. from floor to overhead, lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to chest-level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs. at waist height a reasonable distance.
• Must be able to push/pull with 50 lbs. of force.
• Exposure to electrical and mechanical hazards and therefore knowledge of safety precautions.
• Position requires travel. May be exposed to road/weather hazards.
• Operates all equipment necessary to perform the job.
  
  

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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