Plant Mechanic PRN

Banner Health•Mesa, AZ

8d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Plant Mechanic, you'll join a close-knit team with tremendous growth opportunities. Bring your mechanical and plant operations experience to maintain critical equipment, including boilers, chillers, and cooling towers; all while making a difference in our patients' lives. Our supportive leadership team will give you the time needed to learn and thrive in our environment. This is a floating Plant Mechanic position supporting multiple facilities throughout the West Valley. Candidates must be comfortable traveling between the following locations based on operational needs: Peoria Health Center: 13640 N Plaza Del Rio Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85381 New River Trails: 7701 W Aspera Blvd, Glendale, AZ 85308 Verrado Health Plus: 20751 W Market St, Buckeye, AZ 85138 Union Hills Surgery Center: 18301 N 79th Ave, Suite 150, Glendale, AZ 85308 Goodyear Health Center: 1800 N Civic Square, Goodyear, AZ 85395 This role provides the opportunity to support a variety of facilities while working as part of a collaborative Facilities team. Banner Staffing Services (BSS) offers Registry/Per Diem opportunities within Banner Health. Registry/Per Diem positions are utilized as needed within our facilities. These positions are great way to start your career with Banner Health. As a BSS team member, you are eligible to apply (at any time) as an internal applicant to any regular opportunities within Banner Health.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge, plus vocational or technical training.
Requires 1 year of experience as a Plant Mechanic and the ability to demonstrate basic to intermediate skills in the field of plant operations.
Must have working knowledge of utility and infrastructure systems and components common to the healthcare environment.
Must be able to exercise independent decision making and judgment in the performance of all duties.
Requires the ability to work safely and effectively with infrastructure and utility equipment.
Must have current Boiler Operator’s License if required by state in which employed or applicable Authorities having Jurisdiction.
Must be proficient in reading and understanding related and required maintenance and construction documents.
Facilities or departments, depending on business need, may require proof of a valid driver’s license and eligibility for coverage under the company auto insurance policy.
Effective verbal and written communication skills are required.
Must be able to work effectively with plant computer software programs.
Employees working at Banner Behavioral Health Hospital must possess an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the duration of their employment.
An Arizona Criminal History Affidavit must be signed upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Prefer working knowledge and certification as required of applicable regulatory codes, and IBC (International Building Codes), UBC (Uniform Building Code), Joint Commission, CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services), NFPA (National Fire Protection Association) and State and local building codes.
Previous construction experience is preferred.
Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Operates and assists in the proper maintenance and repairs of power plant, facility utilities equipment and systems.
Maintains and repairs steam/hot water boilers, centrifugal/reciprocating chillers, and cooling towers.
Maintains all pumped systems including: chilled water, condensate water, domestic hot and cold water, heating hot water, condensate, sewage ejector, medical air, vacuum, mechanical air, and fuel oil.
Performs and maintains plant water treatment programs.
Assists in the operating of the emergency generator system, fire monitoring and control systems.
Participates in energy management/conservation programs.
Performs preventative maintenance duties on plant equipment and machinery.
Maintains a detailed log on all required facility equipment, records all shift activity.
Responds to assigned general maintenance calls and emergency calls as required.
Assists as a member of the Fire Response Team.
Cleans assigned work area and maintains tools, storage and assigned areas in an orderly manner; and assists in other areas of Facilities services as required.
Drives company vehicles to transport equipment and contract maintenance personnel as assigned.
Works independently under general supervision.
Fulfills responsibilities using specialized skills and knowledge.
Interacts with a wide variety of individuals including staff, co-workers, patients, physicians, visitors, regulatory agencies, surveyors, inspectors, contractors, and vendors.