Mechanic - Full-Time

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab • Chicago, IL

1d • $20 - $33

About The Position

By joining our team, you’ll be part of our life-changing Mission and Vision. You’ll work in a truly inclusive environment where diversity and equity are championed through words and actions. You’ll contribute to an innovative culture that is second to none, one that embraces curiosity, discovery and compassion. You’ll play a role in something that’s never been done before as we integrate science and clinical care to help patients achieve better, faster outcomes — as we Advance Human Ability, together. Job Description Summary The Mechanic will perform work associated with maintenance, repair, preventive maintenance and alteration of building and mechanical, electrical and plumbing equipment and systems. The Mechanic will consistently demonstrate support of the Shirley Ryan AbilityLab statement of Vision, Mission and Core Values by striving for excellence, contributing to the team efforts and showing respect and compassion for patients and their families, fellow employees, and all others with whom there is contact at or in the interest of the institute. The Mechanic will demonstrate Shirley Ryan AbilityLab Core Attributes: Communication, Accountability, Flexibility/Adaptability, Judgment/Problem Solving, Customer Service and Core Values (Hope, Compassion, Discovery, Collaboration, & Commitment to Excellence) while fulfilling job duties.

Requirements

• Ability to read mechanical drawings and equipment manuals normally acquired through completion of high school or GED.
• Requires two years of experience in basic mechanical repairs and knowledge of pumps and valves and necessary familiarity with hospital policies and procedures, different types of machines and equipment routinely repaired and safety precautions.
• Ice Machine Equipment repair experience required.
• Must have basic computer skills and experience in using Microsoft products, email and computerized maintenance management systems.
• Requires interpersonal skills sufficient to maintain effective communication with employees, contractors and patients.
• Requires ability to move heavy equipment weighing up to sixty pounds.
• Requires ability to use tools required by duties.
• Ability to follow infectious control and safety procedures.
• Ability to read blueprints/schematics and technical manuals
• Ability to work independently or in a team.
• Reports directly to the Facilities Manager.

Nice To Haves

• Associates degree or certification (in Carpentry, Maintenance, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and/or Refrigeration) from a skill trade program or equivalent highly preferred.
• Will consider combination of work experience and education as well.
• Experience with kitchen equipment such as stoves, ovens, refrigeration, and steam warmers, preventive maintenance and corrective repairs highly desirable
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Performs routine maintenance activities such as changing light bulbs, repairing outlets and hanging pictures.
• Completes work orders within department quality and time standards.
• Maintains the pneumatic tube station.
• Performs basic bed repairs.
• Performs water chlorination tests.
• Serves as a member of the snow response team.
• Conducts inspections of machinery, equipment and fire safety equipment, checks gauges and calibrations and performs routine preventive maintenance such as lubricating moving parts.
• Records preventive maintenance activities according to procedure.
• Makes routine plumbing and electrical repairs such as unclogging drains, repairing leaking faucets and toilets and repairing light fixtures.
• Removes and replaces ceiling tiles.
• Cleans work areas, maintains equipment and tools and returns unused materials to storage areas after completion of assigned work.
• Maintains work log of activities performed.
• Performs maintenance and safety inspections on assigned floors.
• Cuts key blanks to make keys for specific locks, using key cutting machine.
• Event set up rehab equipment and furniture moving
• Standpipe connection inspections
• Control valve secured inspections
• Monthly washer filter changes
• Change plaster room filter
• Cleans P&O grate
• Positive pressure room monthly PMs
• Ensure air quality/room pressure compliance
• Inspects grease-producing devices and kitchen fire extinguishing system
• Performs all other duties that may be assigned in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab

Benefits

• Shirley Ryan AbilityLab offers a comprehensive benefits program that is competitive with our industry peers in our geographic locations: https://www.sralab.org/benefits
• Benefits and benefits’ eligibility can vary by position.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED