Mechanic/Painter

Stephens County Hospital; Toccoa, Northern (GA, KY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Stephens County Hospital in Toccoa, GA seeks a Mechanic/Painter for a full-time, day shift (7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.) with on-call duties. The role supports preventative maintenance, painting, and ongoing facility upkeep across the hospital environment.

Education: Vocational training in industrial maintenance or related fields preferred. Experience in hospital or industrial maintenance preferred, with responsibilities including coordinating safe-work environments, equipment upkeep, and PM

Qualifications

• Ability to compile, code and categorize data.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to determine course of action in complex situations.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate jobs with appropriate manager to maintain a safe environment.
• Prepare areas for painting and complete finishes as requested.
• Apply paint, varnish or stains and clean area after project completion.
• Maintain equipment and store supplies according to policy.
• Report potential problems to appropriate personnel.
• Perform PMs and follow up on work orders as scheduled.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Data interpretation

Independent work

Education

Vocational training in industrial maintenance

Job description

For more than 85 years, Stephens County Hospital has been a trusted cornerstone of our community, committed to excellence in healthcare and compassionate patient service. Our dedicated team of approximately 475 employees is driven by a shared passion for improving lives and recognizes the true value of good health.

Stephens County Hospital is a 96-bed acute care facility located in Toccoa, Georgia, nestled in the scenic foothills of Northeast Georgia. Our welcoming, family-oriented community offers a rich blend of cultural, civic, and outdoor opportunities, making it an exceptional place to live and work.

We are proud members of the Georgia Hospital Association, the American Hospital Association, and the Georgia Alliance of Community Hospitals. Stephens County Hospital is fully accredited by The Joint Commission, the nation’s leading healthcare accrediting organization, reflecting our ongoing commitment to quality and safety.

Mechanic - Full Time - Monday - Friday - 7am-3:30pm with call required

The Mechanic/Painter is specially trained individual who performs preventative maintenance and repairs of the building, grounds, utilities and equipment throughout the facility. Also, the Mechanic/Painter is an individual who performs painting and assists in maintaining appearance throughout the facility.

Education:

Vocational training in industrial maintenance or related fields preferred.

Experience:

Experience in hospital or industrial maintenance preferred.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Coordinate job with appropriate manager to ensure that safe environment is maintained.
• Ensure that areas being painted are properly prepped prior to finishes being applied.
• Apply paint, varnish or stains as requested.
• Clean area thoroughly once project is completed.
• Maintain equipment and ensure it is in good working order.
• Store equipment and supplies according to established policies.
• Keep manager informed of needed equipment and supplies.
• Report potential problem areas to appropriate personnel.
• Perform PM’s no later than the 25 th of the month or as scheduled.
• Record results accurately on PM card and forward to the Engineering Office.
• Follow-up on Work Orders generated from PM failures.
• Respond promptly to urgent requests and is able to prioritize Work Orders.
• Seek assistance and/or learning experience to increase knowledge base/productivity.
• Report potential problem areas to appropriate personnel.
• Make immediate repairs on essential equipment.
• Troubleshoot electrical problems using appropriate equipment and techniques.
• Install, repair, and replace pipes, fittings and plumbing fixtures.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to compile, code and categorize, or verify information/data
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situation
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of all medical, financial, and legal information
• Ability to complete work assignments accurately and in a timely manner
• Ability to communicate effectively, with excellent verbal and written communication skills

Other-Essential Functions

• Perform other duties as assigned or requested.

Licensure/Certification

Professional Requirements

• Adhere to dress code, appearance is neat and clean.
• Maintain patient confidentiality at all times.
• Report to work on time and as scheduled.
• Wear identification while on duty.
• Maintain regulatory requirements, including all state, federal and local regulations.
• Represent the organization in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Comply with all organizational policies and standards regarding ethical business practices.
• Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
• Attend regular staff meetings and in-services as needed.

Physical and Mental Requirements and Environmental Conditions:

• May need to stand for up to 8 hours at a time
• Physically demanding, high-stress environment
• Must have the cognitive ability to perform in this role. Critical and executive level thinking is required.
• Must have strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, organize, analyze, and disseminate significant amounts of information with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Have near normal hearing – able to hear alarms/telephone/normal speaking voice/webinars.
• Have near normal vision – clarity of vision (both near and far) either corrected on non-corrected, ability to distinguish colors.
• Have good manual dexterity and eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Standing – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
• Walking – continuously within the shift (67-100%)
• Climbing – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Bending/stooping/kneeling – frequently within the shift (34-66%)
• Twist at the waist – occasionally with the shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/pulling 50+lbs without assistance – frequently within the shift (1-33%)
• Pushing/pulling 100+lbs with assistance – frequently within the shift (1-33%)
• Lift/carry – 20+lbs without assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Reaching above the shoulders – frequently within the shift (34-67%)
• Lift/carry – 50+lbs with assistance – occasionally within the shift (1-33%)
• Electrical hazards – frequently within the shift (0-33%)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stephens County Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment and provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, pregnancy status, marital status, national origin, citizenship, disability, military status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other legally protected status