Engineering and Maintenance Assistant Tech

Southern Ohio Medical Center•Portsmouth, OH

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About The Position

The Engineering and Maintenance Assistant Tech works under the supervision of the Engineering/Maintenance Manager and aids in repairing and maintaining hospital buildings and mechanical equipment. The role supports the Maintenance Department by completing lighter-duty, less technical tasks, including hanging items, replacing light bulbs and ceiling tiles, and organizing and preparing materials and tools for Engineering and Maintenance Techs. Other duties may be assigned. The position performs equipment rounds and assists with installation, repairs, and preventive maintenance across electrical, plumbing, architectural, refrigeration/HVAC, pneumatic/electric control, and carpentry work. It also includes snow and ice removal and computer data entry.

Requirements

High school diploma or successful completion of an equivalent high school exam.
Complete a 30-hour Occupational Safety and Health Training Course in General Industry Safety and Health within 120 days.
Possess or complete Aerial Lift Operator Training within 120 days.
Possess or complete Forklift Driver Training within 120 days.
Possess or complete Crane and Rigging Training within 120 days.
Possess or complete NFPA 101 and NFPA 99 training within 120 days.
Possess or complete Confined Space Training within 120 days.
Possess or complete training for installation, maintenance, and servicing of products manufactured by Follett Corporation within 120 days.
BMVL required; must maintain eligibility to drive as determined by SOMC's insurance carriers.
BLS certification within 90 days of hire.
Possess or complete EPA Section 608 Certification within 120 days.

Nice To Haves

Completion of vocational training in mechanical, electrical, or refrigeration, demonstrated by certification.
Approximately one to two years of progressively more responsible related work experience to gain knowledge of equipment repairs and the ability to replace a variety of equipment and machinery parts.

Responsibilities

Perform shift rounds, using the five senses to inspect equipment.
Assist with electrical and plumbing installation and repair.
Perform architectural installation and repair, including flooring, painting, drywalling, and wall covering.
Assist with refrigeration/HVAC installation and repair.
Assist with pneumatic/electric control installation and repair.
Perform carpentry installations, including cabinets and shelving, and repair furniture.
Assist with scheduled preventive maintenance tasks.
Remove snow and ice from parking lots, walkways, doors, and other areas.
Perform computer data entry.
Hang items, replace light bulbs and ceiling tiles, and organize and prepare materials and tools for Engineering and Maintenance Techs.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Competitive pay with quarterly market analysis.
Performance-based annual increase and bonus eligibility.
Up to 4% employer contributions to retirement plans (403(b) and Cash Balance Pension).
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
Medical and dependent care flexible spending accounts.
Earned Wage Access.
Paid Time Off bank with 3 annual sick days.
Life insurance and disability coverage.
Tuition and certification assistance.
Club LC discounted or free gym membership.
Employee discount and payroll deduction programs.
Other benefit offerings; eligibility depends on employment status, position type, and hours worked.