Maintenance Mechanic II

Northwestern Medical Center•St. Albans, VT

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About The Position

The Maintenance Mechanic II works in Northwestern Medical Center’s Facilities Department and maintains the facility in satisfactory operating condition to provide a comfortable, safe, and sanitary environment. The role performs minor repairs to plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems, as well as general carpentry. It also includes groundskeeping, moving furniture and supplies, conducting routine equipment and building inspections, and maintaining an assigned zone. The mechanic participates in rotating night and weekend on-call coverage to respond to maintenance issues and alarms. The position is full-time at 80 hours bi-weekly, with variable hours between 6:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, 2–4 years of building-trades experience, and basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, and HVAC. A current Vermont motor-vehicle license and a good driving record are required. The work includes frequent walking and standing and may involve physical tasks such as lifting, pushing and pulling, climbing stairs, and working in confined or awkward spaces. Working conditions include exposure to temperature extremes, wet or uneven surfaces, noise, steam and hot water, chemicals, and hazards from electrical, mechanical, and power equipment. Required protective equipment includes coveralls, eye, ear, and respiratory protection, a hard hat, rubber and work gloves, winter gear, and steel-toed work boots.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
2–4 years of experience in building trades; healthcare or institutional setting preferred.
Basic knowledge of electricity, plumbing, and HVAC.
Skill in the use of hand and power tools.
Current license to operate a motor vehicle in Vermont and a good driving record.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including frequent walking and standing and occasional lifting, pushing, pulling, climbing, and working in confined or awkward spaces.
Ability to wear required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Building-trades experience in a healthcare or institutional setting.

Responsibilities

Maintain the facility in satisfactory operating condition and help ensure a comfortable, safe, and sanitary environment.
Perform minor repairs to plumbing, mechanical, and electrical systems, and perform general carpentry.
Perform groundskeeping duties, including snow plowing, de-icing, raking, lawn mowing, and painting.
Move furniture and supplies.
Conduct routine inspections of equipment and buildings and maintain assigned zones.
Respond to maintenance issues and alarms during rotating night and weekend on-call coverage.
Perform a wide variety of minor building repairs.
Maintain inventory of parts and supplies and keep logs and records current in accordance with departmental and regulatory requirements.
Complete environmental rounds, area projects, cosmetic improvements, and general maintenance needs.
Perform monthly fire drills, assist staff with the hospital’s fire response plan, and maintain drill records to ensure compliance with Joint Commission standards.
Communicate accurately and promptly with department members, hospital staff, and management; provide concise information and complete work-order documentation on time.
Organize and prioritize a multitask workload, use critical thinking, and select safe and efficient ways to complete tasks.
Manage equipment and supplies appropriately, maintain a clean and orderly environment of care, and ensure traffic control in sensitive areas.
Recognize limits of experience and capability, identify learning needs, seek resources and feedback, and request assistance appropriately.
Anticipate needs related to future projects and assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.