GEN MAINT TECH, 2nd Shift

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital•Brattleboro, VT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various duties involving painting, minor repairs walls, equipment, furniture, etc. and maintenance surveillance rounds throughout the hospital - Records gauge readings, observes general operating conditions etc., of boilers and auxiliary equipment, kitchen equipment, etc. Notes abnormalities in equipment operation, takes corrective action and/or calls for additional assistance as needed.

Requirements

High School Education or Equivalency preferred.
2 or more years in a maintenance role is required.
Ability to carry 50 pounds.
Ability to lift 50 pounds.
Requires prolonged standing and walking.
Ability to distinguish letters, numbers or symbols accurately.
Able to work unsupervised.
Ability to work from step/extension ladders to 12 feet.
Required to use personal safety equipment.
Requires corrected vision to normal range.
Requires corrected hearing to normal range.
Working in tight (small) places.
Working inside and outside.
May be exposed to hazardous products, communicable disease and/or body fluids.
Work around hot equipment.
Help move patients when needed.
Must be able to handle stressful situations.
Working in high places.
Working evenings/nights, weekends and holidays.
May require working a double shift for coverage.
Work in noisy areas.
Must be ready at all times to deal with violence (verbal, physical and deadly weapons).
Take bodies to morgue.
OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
Standing - 2/3 or more
Walking - 2/3 or more
Sitting - 1/3 or more
Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - 2/3 or more
Pushing/Pulling - Up to 2/3
Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - 2/3 or more
Reaching with hands and arms - 2/3 or more
Tasting or smelling - None
This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.
Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
Up to 25 pounds - 2/3 or more
Up to 50 pounds - 2/3 or more
Up to 100 pounds - 1/3 or more
More than 100 pounds - 1/3 or more
This position has special vision requirements.
Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
Outdoor weather conditions - None
Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
Risk of electrical shock - None
Work with explosives - None
Risk of radiation - None
Vibration - None
The typical noise level for the environment is:
Very Quiet
Quiet
Moderate Noise
Loud Noise
Hearing
Ability to hear calls
Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

Nice To Haves

1 or more years of healthcare facility experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide range of non-technical preventive maintenance and repairs for assigned facility and/or department to include basic plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning services.
Performs painting and minor wall repairs.
May be required to perform tasks of the other trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, and/or locksmith.
Performs snow removal and other grounds work as needed.
Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
Prepares and maintains logs, records and charts.
Provides emergency maintenance as requested.
Maintains work area to ensure a clean and safe environment. Adheres to safety requirements as required.
Participates and attends departmental meetings and training. Maintains licensure as required.
Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.
Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.
Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to “service”.
Other duties as assigned.