GEN MAINT TECH, 1st Shift

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital•Brattleboro, VT

2d•$21 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Performs various duties involving painting, minor repairs to walls, equipment, furniture, etc., and maintenance surveillance rounds throughout the hospital. Records gauge readings, observes general operating conditions 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, 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, 1 van and 1 tractor. 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 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.

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.