Utility Mechanic - Facilities

UMC Health System

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Utility Mechanic serves as liaison between the customer and Facilities Management and is responsible for performing preventive maintenance on various buildings, systems, and equipment, such as electrical, air systems, deionized water systems, plumbing systems, mechanical equipment, etc. Daily assignments may include but are not limited to serving as liaison between customer and Facilities Management, performing start up/shut down operations to adjust equipment or systems in accordance with established operational and safety procedures, completing all UMC required compliance training, and adhering to internal controls and reporting structure. This role involves inspecting systems and equipment for proper lubrication, calibration, vibration, seal failures, etc., and performing detailed inspections of equipment for proper operation. The Utility Mechanic will report unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and take appropriate action for repair or replacement. They will also identify preventive maintenance needs, document conditions, and perform pro-active repairs before breakdown occurs. Additionally, this position involves making written recommendations regarding major repairs and/or variances in frequency and type of preventive maintenance scheduled, and performing preventative, predictive, or corrective maintenance tasks. Participation in Facilities Management sponsored in-house craft trade training programs and attendance at maintenance training courses, area staff, and safety meetings are also expected, along with all other assigned duties related to Facility Operations.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
+ 4 years of related work experience
+ 3 years of experience in operation and maintenance of HVAC controls, air handlers, steam and chilled water air conditioning, and pumps
Basic computer skills and the ability to operate handheld electronic communications device
Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
Effective communicator, Must be able to speak, read, and write English fluently
Possess attention to details
Ability to observe and practice proper safety precautions

Responsibilities

Serves as liaison between customer and Facilities Management
Perform start up, shut down operations to adjust equipment or systems in accordance with established operational, safety procedures and complete all UMC required compliance training, and adheres to internal controls and reporting structure
Inspects systems and equipment for proper lubrication, calibration, vibration, seal failures, etc. and performs detailed inspections of equipment for proper operation; Report unusual conditions, problems, or deficiencies and takes appropriate action for repair or replacement
Identify preventive maintenance needs, document conditions, and performs pro-active repairs before breakdown occurs.
Make written recommendations regarding major repairs and/or variances in frequency and type of preventive maintenance scheduled and performs preventative, predictive, or corrective maintenance tasks.
Participates in Facilities Management sponsored in-house craft trade training program and attends maintenance training courses, area staff and safety meetings
All other assigned duties related to Facility Operations