Mechanic I

St. Tammany Parish Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Tammany Health System is seeking a Maintenance Technician to inspect electrical and mechanical equipment, clean components, and install circuits and piping. You will read blueprints, respond to maintenance calls for HVAC units and drains, change compressor oil, and inspect furniture for repairs.

Rounds ensure Life Safety compliance and proper documentation of work. Minimum qualifications include a high school diploma, three years in building trades, and refrigerant transition/recovery

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years preferred in two or more building trades.
• Certification for refrigerant transition and recovery within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Inspect electrical and mechanical equipment to detect malfunctions.
• Clean electrical and mechanical equipment (coils, motors, drain pans, etc.).
• Install electrical circuits, piping for water and drain lines, etc.
• Sound knowledge of reading and utilizing blue prints.
• Responds to and makes repairs from maintenance calls for blocked drain lines, malfunctioning ice machines, HVAC units, etc.
• Changing oil in compressors, air filters in HVAC units, cleaning cooling towers, etc.
• Inspection of wheelchairs, beds, furniture, etc. and repairing the same.
• Making rounds to ensure compliance with Life Safety Codes and department policies.
• Efficiently manages time, completes task assigned including accurate documentation.
• Sound understanding of using electrical testing equipment.
• Assist Mechanic II's when requested.

Skills

Blueprint reading

HVAC maintenance

Electrical repair

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Type I and II refrigerant transition and recovery certification

Tools

Electrical testing equipment

Job description

At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system. We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Summary of the Job:

• Inspection of electrical and mechanical equipment to detect malfunctions
• Cleaning of electrical and mechanical equipment (coils, motors, drain pans, etc.)
• Installation of electrical circuits, piping for water and drain lines, etc.
• Sound knowledge of reading and utilizing blue prints
• Responds to and makes repairs from maintenance calls for blocked drain lines, malfunctioning ice machines, HVAC units, etc.
• Changing oil in compressors, air filters in HVAC units, cleaning cooling towers, etc.
• Inspection of wheelchairs, beds, furniture, etc. and repairing the same
• Making "rounds" to ensure compliance with Life Safety Codes and department policies
• Efficiently manages time, completes task assigned including accurate documentation
• Sound understanding of using electrical testing equipment
• Assist Mechanic II's when requested

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Three years preferred in two or more building crafts, such as plumbing, commercial electric work, refrigeration and air conditioning, pneumatics, etc.
• Minimum Type Level I and II refrigerant transition and recovery certification required within six months of hire.
• This position requires driving a hospital-owned vehicle and/or a personally owned vehicle to perform the essential job duties.

In order to be considered, the candidate:

• Must have a valid and current state issued driver's license
• Must maintain and provide proof of automobile insurance (at his/her own expense) in amounts which meet at least the minimum liability coverage limits required by the state of their residence.
• Clearance of driving record check; Driving records shall not contain any of the following: a suspended or revoked driver's license, 3 or more moving violations in the past 36 months, 2 or more accidents in the past 36 months, 1 or more instances of driving under the influence (DUI) or driving while intoxicated (DWI) within the past 24 months, at fault in a fatal accident within the past 5 years, leaving the scene of an accident within the past 36 months, and/or reckless driving within the past 12 months.

Physical Demands:

• Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time.
• Lifting at least 100 pounds is required.
• Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.

Physical Effort required:

• Constant (67%-100%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, seeing
• Frequently (34%-66%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling
• Occasionally (1%-33%) - crawling

EMPLOYMENT

Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

St. Tammany Health System is a full-service acute care facility that delivers today's life-improving procedures with the latest technology, highest quality and the utmost care to area residents.

From wellness and prevention to diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and recovery, the St. Tammany Health System delivers the very latest technology, the most accomplished specialists and highly personalized, caring staff to ensure patients and their families receive world-class healthcare close to home.

St. Tammany Health System is an independent service district in a clinically integrated partnership with Ochsner Health System. Together, the two organizations focus on aligning their healthcare offerings to best serve patients and families in west St. Tammany Parish and surrounding areas.