Senior Maintenance Tech

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading children's hospital in Atlanta is seeking a skilled maintenance technician to perform various trades including plumbing and electrical work. Responsibilities include maintaining and repairing hospital equipment, coordinating emergency repairs, and assisting in training engineering staff. Candidates should possess a valid Georgia driver's license and have at least 5 years of experience in trades. This role is crucial for ensuring facility upkeep, contributing to patient care, and supporting hospital operations.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in trades such as electricity, plumbing, HVAC, refrigeration, boilers, carpentry, and locksmith.
• Valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate and drive Children's vehicles as needed.
• Perform skilled maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment.
• Assist in coordinating emergency repairs and complex projects.
• Prioritize and coordinate the work of engineering staff.

Skills

Knowledge of various machines and equipment fundamentals

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to understand a wide range of engineering functions

Must be able to work without direct supervision

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Blueprints

Measuring instruments

Job description

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Work Shift

Day

Work Day(s)

• Friday
• Monday
• Thursday
• Tuesday
• Wednesday

Shift Start Time

6:00 AM

Shift End Time

2:30 PM

Worker Sub-Type

PRN

Children’s is one of the nation’s leading children’s hospitals. No matter the role, every member of our team is an essential part of our mission to make kids better today and healthier tomorrow. We’re committed to putting you first, and that commitment is at the heart of our company culture: People first. Children always. Find your next career opportunity and make a difference doing what you love at Children’s.

Job Description

Assists in educating, training, and standardizing the PM system to ensure accuracy and efficiency. Maintains the hospital facility and performs a variety of skilled building maintenance in safe, reliable, and efficient working order.

Experience

• 5 years of experience in trades such as electricity, plumbing, heating/ventilation/air conditioning, refrigeration, boilers, carpentry, painting, and locksmith

Preferred Qualifications

N/A

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent

Certification Summary

• Valid Georgia driver's license and insurable driving record

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Detailed knowledge of various machines and equipment fundamentals, including operating, calibrating, repairing, and troubleshooting various systems (e.g., chilled water and direct expansion cooling units fans, blowers, pneumatic and digital controls, humidifiers, motors and pumps, electrical wiring, lighting circuits)
• Knowledge of blueprints, schematic diagrams, and the use of measuring instruments
• Knowledge of the safety codes and regulatory requirements governing the inspection, testing, and operation of relevant equipment
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Must demonstrate the ability to understand a wide range of engineering functions and procedures
• Must be able to work without direct supervision
• Ability to drive and operate Children's vehicles

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for operating and driving Children's vehicles throughout the organization as needed and to specified vendors or sites based on operational needs.
• Performs planned and general skilled maintenance and repairs on mechanical and electrical equipment, including inspecting, testing, maintaining, installing, and repairing.
• Assists in coordinating emergency repairs and complex projects, responding with a sense of urgency and demonstrating proficiency in troubleshooting techniques.
• Assists engineering supervisors in prioritizing, scheduling, assigning, and coordinating the work of engineering staff to accomplish a wide variety of duties related to the building trades.
• Follows up on 20 percent of all PM's to ensure quality control and reliability of equipment.
• Assists in development and implementation of trainings and in-services on various engineering topics to ensure educational requirements are met by engineering staff.
• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on hospital equipment and assumes the functions of a mechanic when necessary.
• Assists in purchasing parts, supplies, and materials necessary for proper maintenance of the systems and equipment in accordance with departmental procedures.
• Maintains assigned specialty parts inventory.
• Assists in maintaining required records of all necessary equipment readings, ensuring that all equipment is operated and maintained at optimum efficiency and in compliance with all regulatory agencies.
• Reports to supervisors regarding work completed and refers unusual technical or personnel issues.

Primary Location Address

1001 Johnson Ferry Rd

Job Family

Engineering/Facility Mgmt

Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic covered by applicable law.