Description

MAIN FUNCTION:

Performs maintenance and preventive maintenance in compliance with local, state and federal laws, codes and regulations and Hospital policies and safety directives.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans work and makes decisions on need of repairs, and completes reports as directed.

2. Operates, maintains and repairs boilers, chillers, and associated pumps and equipment.

3. Tests water in boilers on each shift; prepares and adjusts boiler treatment for boilers and recharges water softeners as needed.

4. Performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs without supervision.

5. Works on equipment such as generators, motors, automatic recording and control mechanisms.

6. Changes belts and pulleys on motors, adjusts clutches on motors and changes electric motors.

7. Assists in repairs of air, steam, water, gas and oil line systems.

8. Unloads, assembles and installs equipment as required.

9. Stores all flammable materials in approved covered containers.

10. Maintains laundry equipment throughout Hospital complex.

11. Replaces call cords and repairs door closers for Hospital patient rooms.

12. Responds to all fire alarms and drills.

13. Inspects air intakes sources, screens and filters with special attention to "high risk" areas, in accordance with departmental procedures.

14. Takes readings of thermometers and gauges. Records readings in logs as required.

15. Notifies Lead Tech on all calls of any emergency situations.

16. Cleans area after work is completed.

17. Promotes and fosters the mission and philosophy of the Hospital during performance of job duties and community activities.

18. Actively supports and participates in Hospital's Continuous Quality Improvement endeavors.

19. Performs other related duties as assigned.

20. Is responsible for attending all mandatory annual educational programs as required by the position.

21. Employee understands and demonstrates the importance of satisfying the needs of the customer/patient by interacting with him/her in a friendly and caring way, being attentive to the customer's needs, both psychologically and physically, and by taking the initiative to maintain communication with the customer in order to provide and secure and pleasant experience with Arnot Health.

22. It is understood that this lists typical duties for the classification and is not to be considered inclusive of all duties that may be assigned.

EDUCATION:

High school graduate.

EXPERIENCE:

At least two years experience in general and preventative maintenance work which includes boiler plant

operations. A 7G Pesticide License is desired.

CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION (CPR) REQUIREMENTS:

No CPR required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Standing, climbing, lifting, stretching, stooping, carrying materials, and equipment. Works indoors and

outdoors. Handles and manipulates tools and equipment. Occasionally handles heavy lifting up to 75 lbs.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be able to work from verbal instructions blue prints, sketches, diagrams, and work requests.

2. Must be familiar with relevant state and local construction codes, building, exits, radiation, sanitation, and power codes.

3. Must be able to use all maintenance tools.

4. Familiar with lighting circuits and fire alarm system.

5. Must hold a valid driver's license and have a clean driving record.

EXPOSURE CATEGORY:

Category III. Tasks that do not involve exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. And Category I tasks are not a condition of employment.