Maintenance Helper

Stony Brook University • Greenport, NY

108d • $25,216 - $27,393

About The Position

This position requires the Maintenance Worker to perform a variety of duties in around the facility and grounds of the hospital complex to assist mechanics and other workers in completing their tasks. The Maintenance Worker makes specific rounds and takes necessary corrective action. The Maintenance Worker performs assigned tasks independently on night shifts. With experience, the Maintenance Workers perform progressively more complex tasks and consult with Support Services Leadership or Mechanic when in doubt of corrective actions to be taken. The Maintenance Worker performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Shop courses and/or trade school preferred.
• Two (2) or more years relevant experience as a helper, apprentice, or mechanic in building or mechanical trades or equivalent preferred.
• Valid New York State driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Completes hazard surveillance rounds/paperwork/repairs to machinery daily, or as outlined in department policy/procedures.
• Keeps mechanical rooms, grounds, shop, etc., clean and safe.
• Participates in Safety Tool Kit Training programs.
• Works with other staff members to increase knowledge and skills while maintaining a safe, well-run facility.
• While on duty, takes calls and meets the needs of hospital personnel.
• Transports goods and staff during events and/or inclement weather.
• Safe use of equipment, i.e., drills, saws, mowers, trimmers, etc.
• Applies paint, varnish, etc. to protect and repair interior and exterior surfaces.
• Completes preventative maintenance work by the 25th day of each month or as directed.
• Adapts to changing workloads, schedules, assignments to meet the needs of the hospital.
• Shows ability to obtain information needed to make a decision.
• Maintain professional appearance as designated by department head.
• Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
• Rotates within the department and by shift as required.
• Maintains ethical relationships.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental rules and regulations.
• Participate in in-service programs.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: High school or GED