Per- Deim Maintenance tech

St. Luke's University Health Network; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a Maintenance Technician in New Jersey to inspect, test, maintain, install and repair hospital systems and equipment. You will coordinate with supervisors and staff to ensure optimal patient care and a safe work environment.

The role requires three years of trades experience in engineering, with possible substitution by technical school certification. A valid NJ driver’s license is required and adherence to codes and safety standards is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate (G.E.D.).
• Three years of experience in one or more trades found in the Engineering Department preferred.
• Technical school certification may be substituted for up to 18 months experience.
• Trades include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry or electronics.
• Valid state issued motor vehicle license.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, tests, maintains, installs, repairs, and modifies systems, equipment and structure within the hospital.
• Performs preventive maintenance as assigned on systems, equipment, and structure within the hospital.
• Communicates with supervisory and management personnel, nurses, patients and staff to ensure optimum patient care and business environment.
• Works in accordance with local, state, and national code compliance and uses hand, power, tools and test equipment.

Job description

St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.

The Maintenance Technician inspects, tests, maintains, installs, repairs, and modifies systems, equipment and structure within the hospital.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Inspects, tests, maintains, installs, repairs, and modifies systems, equipment and structure within the hospital. If additional craftsmen are required, the mechanic monitors, and coordinates the work to completion

• Performs preventive maintenance as assigned on systems, equipment, and structure within the hospital. Works with the supervisor in establishing new preventive maintenance routines and modifying ones in that zone

• Communicates and works directly with supervisory and management personnel, nurses, patients and other staff on a daily basis to ensure that optimum patient care and business environment is provided. Maintains good public relations by responding professionally to their needs and keeping staff informed regarding the status of requested work

• Performs work in accordance with local, state, and national code compliance in his/her zone and reports violations directly to the supervisory and management personnel in Engineering. Uses hand, power, and technical related tools and test equipment

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Requires standing for up to eight (8) hours per day and walking for up to four (4) hours per day, sitting for extended periods of up to two hours, lifting loads of up to 60 lbs., pushing loads of up to 300 lbs., bending, crouching, reaching, twisting, climbing (stairs and ladder), and manual dexterity to make equipment repairs. Seeing as it relates to normal vision, and hearing as it relates to normal hearing.

EDUCATION:

Must have a high school diploma or equivalent certificate (G.E.D.).

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Three years of experience in one or more trades found in the Engineering Department preferred. Technical school certification may be substituted for up to 18 months experience. They include electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry or electronics. Valid state issued motor vehicle license.

MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:

$24.75 - $39.60

St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.

BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities. Join us to experience a supportive workplace with a focus on your growth and well-being.

St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.