Healthcare Mechanic

Mercyhealth • Janesville, WI

42d

About The Position

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance, trouble shooting and repairs to ensure proper operation of building facilities and plant equipment. Requires the ability to read and comprehend blueprints as well as being proficient in the use of a computer. This position also performs other duties as may be assigned, including but not limited to snow removal and special events. . Alternating shifts, flexible hours, weekends, holidays, on-call, and working alone are essential requirements for this position. Requires knowledge of both general maintenance and plant operations in order to perform the essential duties and responsibilities outlined below..

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 6 years of documented commercial/industrial maintenance experience
• (OR)
• 2 years equivalent healthcare experience plus an Active M.E.C.H. Certification
• (OR)
• 2 years equivalent healthcare experience or approved equivalent certifications
• (OR)
• 2 year equivalent healthcare experience and a minimum of four of the following certifications with manger approval; Water treatment certification for Boilers, Chillers & Cooling Towers, UST Class A/B Operator, Universal EPA refrigeration certification, ASSE 6040 certification, ASHE Healthcare Physical Environment Worker, Fire Door Maintenance Inspection, Fire Barrier Maintenance and Inspection, Pre-Approved NFPA, or ASHE Credits as approved by FMES Director and department need.
• See required certifications above
• Maintain a valid driver's license.
• Have and maintain an acceptable driving record per Mercyhealth's HR.100 Fleet and Driver Safety policy.
• Passing the Driver’s License Check and/or Credit Check (for those positions requiring)
• Passing the WI Caregiver Background Check and/or Illinois Health Care Workers Background Check
• Must be able to follow written and oral communication

Responsibilities

• Provides a timely and effective response to unanticipated facility needs, minimizing risks to patient and team members, to maintain safety and avoid interruption of service.
• Performs and manages assigned tasks including preventive maintenance and on-demand work orders, on equipment and buildings, within the established time frames while meeting departmental expectations for quality of work.
• Monitors all areas of the building for maintenance issues including, but not limited to the building envelope (exterior siding system, windows, doors) etc.; recognizing problems and reporting to appropriate facilities staff grounds related issues or concerns, i.e. sidewalk issues, asphalt paving problems etc.
• Monitors, maintains and troubleshoots problems with the utility system within the building to ensure the proper and optimum operation including plumbing, mechanical, electrical, life safety and energy management systems. This includes being responsible for systems such as boiler plant, chiller plant, ventilation system, fire protection systems, refrigerator equipment and other hospital systems as may be assigned.
• Completes mandatory detail documentation of tasks performed including time spent performing tasks.
• Effectively communicates with customers, peers, and leadership. Knowledge in the use of a computer and related organizational programs, CMMS and BAS is required. This position installs televisions as required, maintains motors, fans, and other hospital equipment.
• This position will also require possessing an understanding of cooling tower and chiller functions, air filter properties and water treatment system operations in order to optimize operations of the system.
• This position will require intermediate carpentry, electrical, painting, plumbing, and tasks associated with HVAC.

Benefits

• Mercyhealth offers a generous total rewards package to eligible employees including, but not limited to:
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Mercyhealth offers a retirement plan with competitive matching contribution, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options, life and disability coverage, access to flexible spending plans, and a variety of other discounted voluntary benefit options.
• Competitive Compensation: Mercyhealth offers market competitive rates of pay and participates in various shift differential and special pay incentive programs.
• Paid Time Off: Mercyhealth offers a generous paid time off plan, which increases with milestone anniversaries, to allow employees the opportunity for a great work-life balance.
• Career Advancement: Mercyhealth offers a number of educational assistance programs and career ladders to support employees in their educational journey and advancement within Mercyhealth.
• Employee Wellbeing: Mercyhealth has a focus on wellbeing for employees across the organization and offers a number of tools and resources, such as an employer-sponsored health risk assessment and a Wellbeing mobile application, to assist employees on their wellbeing journey.
• Additional Benefits: Mercyhealth employees have access to our internal and external employee assistance programs, employee-only discount packages, paid parental and caregiver leaves, on-demand pay, special payment programs for patient services, and financial education to help with retirement planning.

What This Job Offers

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