General Mechanic- Overnights- Full Time

Ochsner Health•Luling, LA

10d

About The Position

The General Mechanic responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs and performs repairs or replacement of affected equipment in assigned areas. The role performs preventive maintenance, repairs, and troubleshooting on electro-mechanical systems using specialized test equipment and hand and power tools. It also responds to specialty-system repair requests, escalating requests beyond the scope of the position to a Facilities leader for distribution. The position performs general inspections and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items in hospital or clinic settings; completes scheduled preventive-maintenance inspections and documentation; and helps maintain equipment, facilities structures, and building systems. The mechanic may assist other hospital and clinic departments with maintenance and support services. In severe weather or disaster, personnel may be assigned a work area and required to remain onsite for the duration. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, two years of commercial, industrial, or hospital maintenance experience or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program, and a valid driver's license in the state of residence. Trade school or company school and healthcare experience are preferred. The position involves heavy physical work, working indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces, and potential occupational exposure to communicable diseases. The mechanic must be available for on-call emergencies and extended hours.

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 mental and physical stress or pressure, 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 properly handle power and hand tools required for the work.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, with sound judgment.
Ability to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours.
Ability to meet the physical demands of heavy work, including exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, 25 to 50 pounds frequently, and 10 to 20 pounds constantly.
Ability to work with patients who have known or suspected communicable diseases and enter isolation rooms; occupational risk of exposure to communicable diseases.

Nice To Haves

Trade school or company school.
Healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

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