General Mechanic - Brent House Hotel

Ochsner Health•New Orleans, LA

5d•Onsite

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 carries out preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repairs of electromechanical systems using specialized test equipment and hand and power tools. The mechanic responds to specialty-system requests, escalating work beyond the scope of the position to Facilities leadership for distribution. The position supports maintenance in hospital and clinic settings, including general inspections and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items, as well as upkeep of facility structures and building systems. Work may involve indoor, outdoor, and restricted spaces, and may include responding to emergencies, working on call, and remaining on site during severe weather or disasters. The employee must follow applicable laws, codes, accreditation standards, and Ochsner compliance and privacy requirements.

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.
Self-direction and ability to 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 properly handle the hand and power tools required for job duties.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills and sound judgment.
Ability to work on call for emergencies and work 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.
Potential occupational exposure to communicable diseases, including working with patients with known or suspected communicable diseases and entering isolation rooms.

Nice To Haves

Trade school or company school education.
Healthcare experience.

Responsibilities

Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items in hospital or clinic settings, such as unclogging plumbing lines, replacing light bulbs or ceiling tiles, repairing leaking faucets, and performing paint 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.
Assist with repairs and upkeep of facility structures and building systems.
Escalate specialty-system requests or work beyond the position’s scope to Facilities leadership as appropriate.
Remain onsite in an assigned work area for the duration of severe weather emergencies or disasters when required.
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 other compliance concerns.
Perform other related duties as required or assigned.