Maintenance & Plant Operations Technician

STATEMENT OF PURPOSE: Assists with planning and completion of various technical maintenance activities, minor construction/building projects, and plant operations for all hospital-owned properties, buildings, systems and equipment as directed by the Director of Maintenance and Plant Operations.# Provides electrical/mechanical/HVAC repairs, preventive maintenance, modifications and installations.

Responsible for minor construction projects that will require carpentry, drywall/plastering, painting, masonry, and various other building trade skills.# Investigates technical, complex equipment and/or system malfunctions; develops and implements corrective action plans.# ############ MAJOR TASKS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Inspects, installs, troubleshoots and repairs electrical circuits, equipment, appliances, and controls.

Uses a variety of electrical hand tools and test equipment including volt/ohm/amperage testers, circuit tracers, circuit analyzers, etc.# Must be capable of working with 120, 208 and 480 volt single and three phase electrical circuits and equipment in accordance with OSHA, NFPA and the National Electrical Code. #Constructs, repairs, maintains, refurbishes or refinishes a wide variety of structures, walls, windows, doors, floors, cabinetry, building framework, etc.

, using multiple and various building materials and hardware.## Must be knowledgeable with the use of common and specialty tools to satisfactorily complete all aspects of rough carpentry, finish carpentry, drywall finishing, painting,# masonry, installation of suspended ceilings, floor covering materials such as vinyl tiles, carpets or sheet flooring material, etc.

Must be able to read and work from blueprints, sketches or rough drawings;# must be able to accurately use measuring instruments and equipment to determine specifications, dimensions, calculations,# etc.## ## Operates, maintains and repairs stationary machinery and equipment for heating, ventilating, air conditioning, refrigeration, mechanical and electrical systems.

Includes steam boilers, hot water heating boilers, compressors, emergency generators, domestic water distribution and heating systems, chilled water systems, etc. Installs such machinery and equipment in accordance with blueprints, diagrams, sketches, operations manuals and manufacturer#s specifications, using hand and power tools and precision measuring and/or testing instruments Inspects, installs, repairs and replaces pipes, fittings and various plumbing fixtures and equipment.

Must be familiar with numerous methods and systems including threaded steel and brass pipe and fittings, rigid and flexible copper pipe, solder, flare and compression fittings. Assists with locksmithing functions including the installation, repair and adjustment of locks, cylinders, hardware and security devices.# Determines key and lock configurations for specific areas/rooms/locations, combinates and assembles lock cylinder cores, uses key-cutting machinery to produce duplicate keys.

Maintains and ensures the security of key control documentation as needed. Actively participates in preventive maintenance program which includes cleaning, lubrication, adjustment, calibration and repair of electrical, mechanical and HVAC equipment.# Makes recommendations for revisions or new PM procedures as needed and directed.

Participates in inventory management and cost control.# May obtain various supply items from vendors and deliver such items as directed.# Prepares requisitions for supplies and materials; may deal directly with vendors to obtain replacement or repair parts.# Works with outside contractors as directed. Starts, stops, adjusts and repairs HVAC equipment such as air handlers, FCUs, refrigeration/air conditioners, compressors, pumps, boilers, chillers, etc.

Observes gauges and meters, manipulates valves and controls as necessary to maintain and regulate HVAC systems. Must possess a basic working knowledge of computer systems and be capable of using computerized maintenance management software/systems. May function as a courier and/or messenger to collect or deliver supplies, samples, equipment, specimens, etc.

May act as security guard, traffic controller, or parking lot attendant.# Cleans all mechanical boilers and chiller room as necessary; assists all Maintenance personnel in clean-up when required. Cleans, maintains, and properly stores tools, equipment and materials.# Maintains a clean, orderly, and safe work area and job site.

Shovels snow, spreads sand and ice melting chemicals as needed.# May use power equipment for snow removal, including lawn tractor with snow plow, snow blower, or pickup truck with snow plow. Completes documentation accurately and in a timely manner. Must be able to adhere to established standards and procedures as specified in oral and written instructions.

Seeks clarification of duties as needed. Must be able to plan, organize and implement activities and tasks, including requisition/acquisition of parts and supplies as directed.# May be available for all emergencies as deemed necessary by the Director of Maintenance and Plant Operations. When staffing needs dictate, will work an alternate shift or be scheduled to work on an on-call basis.

Employees scheduled on call must report within 30 minutes of receiving a call.# DEMONSTRATED BEHAVIORS: Demonstrates and exemplifies Code of Conduct and Ethical Behavior by: ############### a)# Considering first the well-being of the patient. ################## b) Conducting all interactions with patients, visitors, employees, physicians, volunteers, healthcare providers or any other individuals in a courteous, honest and respectful manner.

############### c)# Demonstrating ethical and professional behavior at all times. ################## d) Refraining from conduct that may reasonably be considered offensive to others or disruptive to the workplace or patient care.# Offensive conduct may be written, oral or behavioral. Assumes responsibility for own professional growth and development as demonstrated by attendance at continuing education inservice programs.

Meets mandatory inservice requirements. Arrives for work on time and as scheduled. All employees are responsible for providing excellent customer service through words and actions that support our commitment to caring and quality. All employees are responsible for creating a culture of employee and patient safety and for ensuring the highest quality of care for patients throughout Jones Memorial Hospital.

Observes and follows standard precautions for infection/cross infection control as established by the hospital Infection Control Committee.# Uses appropriate safety protocols along with proper lifting and transfer techniques to promote patient and employee safety. Is knowledgeable and complies with hospital policies and procedures.

May assist in the promotion of our institution and profession by participation in hospital promotion and health fair activities. Performs other duties as requested within the scope of applicable licensure, abilities and policies. Seeks help from Maintenance Assistant I or II when appropriate and as assigned. # EDUCATION:# High School diploma or equivalency.

AAS in Electro-Mechanical Technology, or AAS in Building Trades Technology, or equivalent combination of training and experience in related fields.# EXPERIENCE:# Two years# experience in a hospital Maintenance Department or three years equivalent related experience.# Must have experience with commercial or industrial maintenance carpentry and/or construction, in addition to other building trades experience.

An EPA Universal Refrigeration Certification and NYS Asbestos Worker/Handler Certification are desired.##