General Mechanic

Summa Health•Akron, OH

50d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

Summa Health System is recognized as one of the region's top employers by a number of third party organizations, including NorthCoast 99. Exceptional candidates gravitate to Summa because of its culture, passion for delivering excellent service to our patients and families commitment to our philosophy of servant leadership, collegial working relationships at every level of the organization and competitive pay and benefits. Summary: Analyzes and responds in a self-directed manner to tenant requests for services to a broad variety of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, vinyling and heating/cooling functions. Performs preventative maintenance and completes records for the buildings main mechanical systems; air conditioning, plumbing, electrical systems. Performs safety checks; orders supplies and equipment as needed; performs related functions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two (2) years verifiable professional experience in one (1) of the following skilled trade areas: plumbing, electrical, electronics, HVAC, painting, flooring or carpentry.
Physical ability to be on feet most of the day.
May require working in a reaching or strained position, pushing, pulling and lifting light to heavy weight objects.
Basic computer competency. Must be proficient with email, word processing, data entry and completion of internet and intranet forms.
Ability to work well within a team environment: by accepting and offering honest and constructive feedback; by supporting team goals and encouraging other team members; and by collaborating with patient care team members to consolidate work, solve problems, create new methods and/or reduce costs.
Ability to understand and carry out the vision of patient care at Summa; to create a patient care environment which is focused on the needs and expectations of the patient, our customer.
Ability to be self-directed in executing responsibilities within a team structure.
Exposure to dust, dirt, variable temperatures, and long hours (due to emergencies).
Exposure to potential hazards from improper use of electrical, electronic, mechanical and power equipment, toxic chemicals and gases, etc.
Population Specific Competency: ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and responds in a self-directed manner to tenant requests for services to a broad variety of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, vinyling and heating/cooling functions.
Performs preventative maintenance and completes records for the buildings main mechanical systems; air conditioning, plumbing, electrical systems.
Performs safety checks
Orders supplies and equipment as needed
Performs related functions.