General Trades Tech 3 - East Central Regional Hospital - Augusta

Georgia Department of Revenue•Augusta, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities (DBHDD) is looking for team members to support our patients in a hospital setting. In this role, you will work alongside doctors and nurses to care for adults who live with severe mental illness, past trauma, and trouble controlling impulses. By keeping our buildings safe, warm, and in good repair, you directly help our patients learn daily skills and feel supported on their path to recovery.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED and three (3) years of experience in building repairs and maintenance or in the specific area of assignment; or two (2) years of experience at the lower level General Trades Tech 2 (FET031) or position equivalent.
Must be able to work 24/7 on-call shifts when assigned.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a hospital, healthcare center, or secure facility.
Trade licenses or certificates (such as an EPA HVAC license).
A caring attitude and the ability to work respectfully around adults with mental health needs.

Responsibilities

Fix and maintain electrical, plumbing, heating and cooling (HVAC), carpentry, and structural systems.
Install and repair secure doors, locks, lights, and climate control units to keep patient areas safe and comfortable.
Fix problems quickly when emergency maintenance issues pop up.
Check building equipment regularly to make sure it meets safety rules.
Keep track of all tools and materials at all times to keep the hospital environment safe for patients and staff.
Read blue prints, repair manuals, and safety guides to complete jobs correctly.
Help guide and train lower-level maintenance workers (Trades Tech 1 and 2).