Groundskeeper - Luling - PRN 7:00am-3:00pm

Ochsner Health • New Orleans, LA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We've made a lot of progress since opening the doors in 1942, but one thing has never changed - our commitment to serve, heal, lead, educate, and innovate. We believe that every award earned, every record broken and every patient helped is because of the dedicated employees who fill our hallways. At Ochsner, whether you work with patients every day or support those who do, you are making a difference and that matters. Come make a difference at Ochsner Health and discover your future today! This job assumes responsibility for and responds to assigned departmental maintenance needs. Assists the mechanic when assigned for the execution, repair, or replacement of affected equipment in the hospital. Maintains the appearance of the facility grounds including lawns, trees, shrubs, plant beds, parking lots, entrances, and trash collections. Refers requests beyond the scope of this position to a mechanic or to the maintenance leader for distribution to a contractor. Operates hand and power tools necessary for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and painting repairs. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company’s discretion.

Requirements

• Education Required – High School diploma or equivalent
• Work Experience Required - Experience using hand and power tools, including experience troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues and experience working in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
• Certifications Required - Valid driver’s license from state of residence
• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and lawn equipment.
• Working knowledge and experience using hand and power tools.
• Positive interpersonal skills; ability to effectively and professional work with people from all back grounds.
• Good organizational, prioritization, decision-making, and delegation skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs general repairs and mechanic duties.
• Performs preventive maintenance and inspections.
• Performs daily cleaning of assigned areas.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to: respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style.
• Other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.
• This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees