Employment Type:

Shift:

Description:

Accountability Objectives:

Under the supervision of the Director and/or Supervisors of the Buildings & Grounds Department, the employee installs, inspects, repairs and maintains machinery, mechanical equipment, hospital furnishings and grounds.

II            Position Qualifications:

Minimum Education, Licensure / Certification and Experience Required.

A.            Education

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Vocational school certificate.

B.            Licensure / Certification

• Journeyman's license in mechanical trade must be obtained within 6 months of start of position.

C             Special Skill / Aptitudes

• Knowledge of electrical, plumbing, carpentry, and mechanics.

• Excellent customer service orientation skills necessary in order to deal effectively with various levels of hospital personnel, outside customers and community groups.

D.            Experience

• Technical, vocational or on-the-job training in at least three of the following:  HVAC, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Carpentry, Painting or Engine Repair.

• Three years related working experience in building maintenance.

III          Duties / Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the repair and/or replacement of components of plumbing and piping systems, including the cleaning of blocked drainage systems.  Responsible for irrigation system maintenance and repair.  Will not be responsible for new installation work.  Will be able to solder pipe to 3/4" trade size for replacement

• Responsible for the repair and/or replacement of components of electrical systems, utilizing voltages of 120 Volts nominal or less. Will not be responsible for new installation work.

• Responsible for the repair and/or replacement of components of ceiling, wall, floor, door hardware and building hardware. Responsible for cleanliness of grounds, buildings, drives and parking lots. Will not be responsible for new installation work.

• Responsible for the maintenance, repair and installation of hospital equipment and furnishings, and for the replacement of defective parts or unsafe or malfunctioning parts.

• Responsible for the welding and soldering of sheet metal and other metal products as required.

• Responsible for correct material orders and amount requested.  Utilize the department work order system to record time and material.

• Responsible for snow and ice removal.  Maintains safe walking and driving conditions.

• Cleans and maintains work areas in a neat and orderly manner.

• Being available for "call-ins" and "on-call" status during inclement weather and for other emergency situations.

• Demonstrates and actively promotes an understanding and commitment to the mission of St. Joseph Mercy Oakland through performing behaviors consistent with the Trinity Health Values.

• Maintains a working knowledge of applicable Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations, the Trinity Health Organizational Integrity Program, including the Standards of Conduct, Code of Ethics, as well as other policies and procedures in order to ensure adherence in a manner that reflects honest, ethical and professional behaviors.

• Supports and conducts one's self in a manner consistent with customer service expectations.​

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.