Building Technician-FT-Trinity Ann Arbor

Trinity Health•Ann Arbor, MI

23h

About The Position

This person shall independently respond, evaluate, and repair reported/discovered maintenance problems in Trinity Health Ann Arbor (THAA) & related buildings, as well as execute assigned work orders/preventative maintenance tasks. This position provides a "first look" for issues related to departmental trade groups (e.g., Plumbers, Electricians, HVAC, etc.). The candidate shall escalate issues they are unable to address to proper trade group, leader, vendor, etc.

Requirements

Requires high school diploma or equivalent.
Two years related experience or combination of one-year experience plus one year related vocational training.
Maintains valid DMV driver's license.
Working knowledge of electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, painting and other building systems.
Adequate computer skills to operate pneumatic tube system, AGV system, fire alarm system, and for corresponding on e-mail and time recording on electronic work order system.
Analytical skills necessary to troubleshoot system malfunctions.
Interpersonal skills necessary to determine building & equipment problems from requester descriptions.
Read and understand blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematics, etc. related to job duties.
Understands and uses personal protection equipment as needed for every task.
Ability to understand and follow all policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

Makes repairs such as changing light bulbs, ballasts, light switches, and receptacles.
Follows work standards set in NFPA 70E "Electrical Safety in the Workplace."
Safely works on electrical devices/items without power applied to the circuit (exception: parts operating at 50-volts or less after electrical safety training by licensed electrician).
Knowledgeable on correctly applying electrical lockout/tagout devices.
Identifies unsafe electrical situations and either makes corrections or reports immediately to electricians or leadership.
Performs mechanical tasks such as adjusting thermostats, changing unit filters, and analyzing mechanical malfunctions.
Operates/tests special air pressurization rooms.
Cleans air vents, light fixtures, etc.
Safely works on items with moving parts, making sure that the energy source is properly locked or tagged out.
Has general knowledge & performs basic repairs on pneumatic tube system and automated guided vehicles (AGVs).
Contacts on-call support when repairs are beyond skill level or downtime exceeds 30-minutes.
Follows all safety precautions when working on these systems including but not limited to lockout/tagout, blocking energy sources, eye protection, hearing protection, etc.
Makes plumbing repairs that include leaking faucets, shower heads, obstructed sinks, traps and toilets.
Responds to reported leaks, determines source, and repairs or contacts plumber or contractor for support.
Replaces urinal cartridges.
Knows how to select and wear the correct personal protection equipment (PPE); e.g., gloves, apron, splash-proof goggles, hearing protection, etc.
Has good working knowledge of fire alarm and fire suppression systems.
Operates components of the systems such as knowing how to silence horns/strobes after confirming cause.
Is knowledgeable of fire pump operations and locations of fire suppression isolation valves for emergency situations.
Assembles, installs, & repairs office and patient room furniture, modular units, and similar items.
Performs carpentry work such as adjusting & installing door locksets, door self-closers, shelving, wall-mounted items, and associated tasks.
Repairs and/or replaces patient use equipment that includes pillow speakers, overbed tables, recliners, televisions, clocks, etc. and performs initial operation test on newly purchased or patient equipment, etc.
Performs miscellaneous building repair including, but not limited to, ceiling tiles, patching walls, painting, flooring, and base molding.
Performs basic repairs and troubleshooting of doors, door access systems, and automatic doors.
Provides "first-look" for all building system issues needing immediate attention.
Shall notify the proper trade group, vendor, dispatch office, or leader of required repairs that they are unable to perform.
Inputs work activities using the Facilities/Engineering electronic work order system. At least 7-hours of an 8-hour day shall be documented and must accurately depict the work performed.
Performs snow removal, salting and Grounds duties when requested.
Changes hospital tanks of nitrogen, nitrous oxide, oxygen, etc. and ensures cylinders are properly secured.
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance, records result on forms provided or electronically and provides deliverables to leadership by due date.
Works in conjunction with outside contractors on equipment and building system repairs or modifications.
Requests materials, parts, support, etc. to complete task. This request shall include the part numbers and purchasing source if applicable.
Is available to perform duties at any of the THAA buildings including off-site locations.
Performs other duties as assigned.