General Mechanic

Ochsner Clinic Foundation•Slidell, LA

About The Position

The General Mechanic responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs and performs repairs or equipment replacements in assigned areas. The role includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of electro-mechanical systems using specialized test equipment and hand and power tools. The mechanic responds to specialty-system requests and escalates requests beyond the role’s scope to a Facilities leader for distribution. The position supports hospital and clinic operations by inspecting and repairing minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items, maintaining associated equipment, and helping care for facility structures and building systems. Work may take place indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces. During severe weather emergencies or disasters, personnel may be assigned a work area and required to remain onsite for the duration. The employee must comply with applicable laws, regulations, accreditation standards, and Ochsner Health System compliance, privacy, and conduct requirements. The job description summarizes the role and may be amended or supplemented with additional duties.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years of experience in commercial, industrial, or hospital maintenance, or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program.
Valid driver’s license in the state of residence.
Experience with hand and power tools.
Familiarity with skilled crafts including plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R, and carpentry.
Strong interpersonal skills and a can-do attitude.
Mechanical aptitude and ability to multitask and work with minimal supervision.
Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards.
Ability to work independently and handle the mental and physical stress of completing jobs, including emergencies.
Ability to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods.
Basic ability to read, write, and understand mechanical and electrical symbols and interpret blueprints, schematics, specifications, and mechanical drawings.
Ability to safely and effectively handle the power and hand tools required for the job.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment.
Ability to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours.

Nice To Haves

Trade school or company school education.
Healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Perform general inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items in hospital or clinic settings.
Complete repairs such as unclogging plumbing lines, replacing light bulbs or ceiling tiles, repairing leaking faucets, and painting touch-ups.
Follow up on completed assignments to ensure equipment is functioning appropriately.
Respond to and repair specialty systems, including nurse call, fire alarm, television, medical gas, and ceiling systems.
Complete scheduled preventive maintenance inspections and maintain appropriate documentation.
Assist with maintenance of associated equipment in assigned areas.
Assist hospital and clinic departments with daily maintenance and support services as needed.
Assist with repairs and upkeep of facility structures and building systems.
Escalate requests beyond the position’s scope to a Facilities leader for distribution.
Remain onsite in an assigned work area for the duration of severe weather emergencies or disasters when assigned.
Remain knowledgeable about applicable federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements, and ensure compliance.
Comply with Ochsner’s Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including promptly reporting suspected unethical conduct and safety, privacy, or compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.