Facilities Maintenance Specialist

Merit Medical Systems, Inc.•Richmond, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Why Merit? At Merit Medical, our mission is to create innovative medical devices that improve lives. Our goal is to hire and develop people who want to build something special through hard work, team effort, and commitment. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of patients around the world. WORK SHIFT DAY SUMMARY OF DUTIES Performs various tasks in the repair and/or maintenance of company facilities. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PERFORMED 1. Performs carpenter work in the alteration, repair and maintenance of dry wall, doors, door frames, stairs and other building structures. 2. Paints walls, doors, cabinets and other building structures. 3. Performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs. 4. Performs installation of barriers such as bollards and wall and structural protections. 5. Provides input regarding building contractors and their services. 6. Performs other related duties and tasks as required. ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL/ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS PHYSICAL: • Lifting -- Not to exceed 50 lbs. -- local practice may apply • Writing • Sitting • Standing • Bending • Vision • Color perception • Depth perception • Reading • Field of vision (peripheral). As an eligible Merit employee, you can expect the following: Multiple Shifts and Hours to choose from: Days, Swing (Eve), and Nights Medical/Dental & Other Insurances (eligible the first of month after 30 days) Low Cost Onsite Medical Clinic Two (2) Onsite Cafeterias Employee Garden | Gardening Classes 3 Weeks' Vacation | 1 Week Sick-Time | Paid Holidays 401K | Health Savings Account To see more on our culture, go to www.merit.com/careers. Founded in 1987, Merit Medical Systems, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit serves client hospitals worldwide with a domestic and international sales force and clinical support team totaling in excess of 500 individuals. Merit employs approximately 6,000 people worldwide with facilities in South Jordan, Utah; Pearland, Texas; Richmond, Virginia; Aliso Viejo, California; Maastricht and Venlo, The Netherlands; Paris, France; Galway, Ireland; Beijing, China; Tijuana, Mexico; Joinville, Brazil; Ontario, Canada; Melbourne, Australia; Tokyo, Japan; Reading, United Kingdom; Johannesburg, South Africa; and Singapore. UNDERSTAND. INNOVATE. DELIVER. Merit Medical is a leading manufacturer and marketer of proprietary disposable medical devices used in interventional, diagnostic and therapeutic procedures, particularly in cardiology, radiology, oncology, critical care and endoscopy. Merit has made it a priority to understand customers, innovate, and deliver life-changing products and services.

Requirements

Education equivalent to a High School Diploma with six years previous related experience.
A thorough knowledge of OSHA and EPA guidelines.
Basic knowledge of structural construction.
Knowledge of building codes in Utah.
Excellent attention to detail.
Ability to work under strict time constraints and meet deadlines in a timely manner.
Ability to follow through on details and complete tasks with a minimum amount of direct supervision.
Good communication and organizational skills.
Demonstrated computer skills preferably spreadsheets, word processing, database and other applicable software programs.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Carpenter/Painting/Electrical/Plumbing skills
Special projects
Computer skills
Codes/laws/regulations

Responsibilities

Performs carpenter work in the alteration, repair and maintenance of dry wall, doors, door frames, stairs and other building structures.
Paints walls, doors, cabinets and other building structures.
Performs minor electrical and plumbing repairs.
Performs installation of barriers such as bollards and wall and structural protections.
Provides input regarding building contractors and their services.
Performs other related duties and tasks as required.