General Maintenance Tech

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital•Brattleboro, VT

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various duties involving minor repairs of equipment, furniture, walls, 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. The Plant Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operational functions including, but not limited to, safety, and fire prevention/protection, telecommunications, hazardous waste disposal, equipment management, loss prevention management, grounds maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and power plant systems (boiler) for the 61-bed hospital; 15 acres of grounds, 12 houses and 1 truck and 1 van. Responsible for MSDS, hazardous communications, plus two Medical Office Buildings.

Requirements

High School Education or Equivalency preferred.
2 or more years in a maintenance role is preferred.
1 or more years of healthcare facility experience is preferred.
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, Walking, Sitting, Talking or Hearing.
Up to 50 pounds of weight to be lifted or force to be exerted.
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)
Ability to distinguish letters, numbers or symbols accurately.

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.
May be required to perform tasks of the other trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, painter and/or locksmith.
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.