General Mechanic/Painter - OMC Jeff Hwy - 2:30pm-11:00pm - Full Time

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•New Orleans, LA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs and is responsible for the execution of repairs or replacement of affected equipment in assigned area(s). Responds to and repairs specialty systems, accelerating requests as appropriate to leader for distribution. Refers requests beyond scope of position to Facilities leader appropriately for distribution. Performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshoots the electro/mechanical systems utilizing specialized test equipment and hand/power tools. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
2 years of experience in commercial, industrial or hospital maintenance
Experience with all hand and power tools
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence
Trade school or company school with a license or certification when required by a Regulatory Agency or Ochsner Health System as job duties dictates in any of the following disciplines: pneumatics, steam, electrical, electronics, hydraulics, refrigeration, welding, plumbing or machine work
Must be familiar with a wide range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry.
Strong interpersonal skills with a can-do attitude.
Must be mechanically inclined with the ability to multi-task and work with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards.
Self-directed with the ability handle the mental and physical stress/pressure to complete all jobs, including emergencies.
Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods of time.
Strong skills reading, writing and understanding mechanical and electrical symbolisms to properly interpret blueprints, schematics specifications and mechanical drawings.
Must be able to properly handle power and hand tools required to perform job duties effectively.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills with the ability to apply effective judgment when performing job duties.
Must be able to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare experience

Responsibilities

Performs general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs assigned area(s).
Follows up on completed assignments ensuring equipment is working appropriately.
Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as the nurse call system, fire alarm system, television system, medical gas system, and the ceiling system.
Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance to scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately.
Assumes responsibility for any maintenance on laundry equipment, portable phones, pagers, beds, wheelchairs, surgical equipment, pneumatic tubes, SPD equipment, sterilizers, Telelifts and associated equipment within assigned area(s).
Performs other related duties as required.
Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
Complies with the Ochsner Health System and its managed entities’ Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

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