Mechanic Technician/Plumber

CHRISTUS Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 54,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Christus Health in Houston, TX seeks a Mechanic Technician to maintain building systems, plumbing and equipment across the facility and related properties.

Responsibilities include boiler plant upkeep, preventive maintenance, electrical and HVAC support, and on-call rotations. A high school diploma and 3 years of related experience are required; a Master Plumbing certification is preferred. Texas driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Master Plumbing certification preferred.
• Three years related experience.
• Carpentry skills preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, diagrams and written specifications.
• Ability to mount, connect and adjust components like transformers, relays and solenoids.
• Must show initiative and good judgment.
• Computer literacy preferred.
• Texas Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and operate boiler plant equipment; assist with boiler inspections.
• Analyze mechanical and operational problems; implement corrective actions.
• Perform preventative maintenance and inspections on assigned equipment.
• Notify supervisor of recurring malfunctions and supply needs.
• Assist electrician to ensure proper generator system parameters during power failures.
• Cross-train with maintenance software; perform general maintenance tasks.
• On-call rotation as scheduled.
• Support HVAC and other facility maintenance as needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Carpentry

Computer literacy

Diagrams interpretation

Electrical components handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Master Plumbing certification preferred

Tools

None

Job description

Summary:

The Mechanic Technician performs building and mechanical maintenance to ensure proper operations of all equipment located within the facility and associated properties. The Mechanic Technician is responsible for maintaining the plumbing system for the facility.

Responsibilities:

1. Responsible for maintenance and operation of boiler plant equipment, including pipe fitting, welding, lubrication, plumbing and cleaning of equipment. Assist with the preparations of the boilers and other equipment for inspection.

2. Analyze mechanical and operational problems on assigned equipment and plans for and takes corrective action. Makes necessary corrections and running adjustments to maintain maximum production and quality.

3. Perform preventative maintenance checks and inspections of assigned equipment, reports findings to Supervisor and takes appropriate action.

4. Notify Supervisor of recurring equipment malfunctions, corrective action taken, and of quality problems or supplies needed.

5. Assist the electrician in ensuring that the correct operating parameters are in order for all systems of the emergency generators, in case of a power failure.

6. Call attention to the Supervisor of any item requiring special attention.

7. Assist the electrician with test runs of the emergency generators, under load, observing operation and logging readings.

8. Assist the HVAC technician when needed.

9. Operate water softener to keep the water within the prescribed limits in accordance with the operating manual.

10. Responsible for proper operations and chemical balance of the swimming pool and spas.

11. Perform general building maintenance such as routine plumbing and electrical repairs, and painting.

12. Responsible for the maintenance of all electronic equipment and/or systems, kitchen appliances and laundry equipment.

13. Responsible for maintaining the keying system for the facility and associated buildings including the cutting of keys, repair, installation and maintenance of locks and door closers, and for programming new electronic keys.

14. Responsible for maintaining and preparing audio-visual equipment ready when needed.

15. Periodically, on a rotating basis, is on call as scheduled.

16. Cross trains with maintenance software.

17. Perform other jobs as requested; including general maintenance work.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Master Plumbing certification preferred
• Three (3) years related experience
• Carpentry Skills preferred
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams and written specifications.
• Ability to mount, connect, and adjust components, i.e., transformers, motor electrodes, relays, solenoids, etc.
• Must display initiative and good judgment.
• Computer literacy preferred.
• Texas Driver’s License, required

Work Schedule:

5 Days - 8 Hours

Work Type:

Full Time