Maintenance Mechanic I DOW at Beacon Health System – Dowagiac , Michigan

The Maintenance Mechanic I performs preventive maintenance, troubleshoots, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical systems and equipment for the facilities. Specialized knowledge and expertise in HVAC, motors, plumbing, electrical and mechanical systems are required to perform a variety of duties including: repairing heating, lighting, cooling, plumbing, ventilation systems and equipment; installation and maintenance of motors; and the installation and maintenance of specialized equipment.

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

• MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.
• VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.
• SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

Key Responsibilities

Mechanical System Maintenance and Repair

• Installs, maintains, and repairs equipment such as steam valves, steam traps, steam or water coils, radiators, water softeners, unit heaters, water heaters, condensate and circulating pumps
• Installs, services, and repairs electric motors, heaters, coolers, refrigerators, and other related equipment using various hand and power tools of the maintenance trades
• Installs, maintains, and repairs air compressors and other air conditioning equipment using various machine tools
• Services and repairs appliances such as fans, toasters, washing machines, and gasoline pumps using machine and hand tools; may also maintain, operate, and repair motor vehicles (tune-ups, brakes, hydraulics)
• Maintains central steam and chemical water treatment systems, as well as other systems, using gauges and other test instruments to diagnose malfunctions and mechanic hand and power tools to disassemble, repair, and reassemble system components
• Fabricates, assembles, and tests parts as needed, such as various pumps, valves, laboratory equipment, heaters, compressors, experimental fire equipment, and other mechanical system parts using metal fabricating tools, common hand tools, power tools, and welding torches
• Safely operates electrical and air powered tools, pipe fitting, welding, hydraulic, pneumatic, and other mechanical tools, snow removal and salt spreader equipment and/or other heavy equipment assigned to the department
• Installs new/replacement equipment and materials in facilities by performing electrical, plumbing, carpentry, welding, masonry, glazing, boiler, hydraulic, pneumatic, irrigation, heating, refrigeration, ventilating, air conditioning and other maintenance work
• Trouble shoots, diagnoses and repairs malfunctions in boilers, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, heating, refrigeration, ventilating and air conditioning, irrigation and other RTD systems, structures and equipment

Special Projects

• Participates in meetings, workshops, training, and seminars, as assigned for the purpose of conveying and/or gathering information required to perform job functions
• Assist and participate in special projects as assigned
• Other duties as assigned

ORGANIZATIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Associate complies with the following organizational requirements:

• Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.
• Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.
• Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.
• Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.
• Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.
• Consistently utilizes appropriate universal precautions, protective equipment, and ergonomic techniques to protect patient and self.
• Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.
• Complies with established organization and department policies.
• Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Commitment to Beacon's six-point Operating System, referred to as The Beacon Way:

• Leverage innovation everywhere.
• Cultivate human talent.
• Embrace performance improvement.
• Build greatness through accountability.
• Use information to improve and advance.
• Communicate clearly and continuously.

Education and Experience

• The knowledge, skills and abilities as indicated below are normally acquired through the successful completion of a high school diploma or equivalent. One to two years of related on-the-job experience at a large/complex, commercial/institutional building is preferred. Knowledge of maintenance procedures in areas such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, high pressure steam boiler, energy management and pneumatic control systems also preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Ability to understand and interpret building system documents, prints, and layouts
• In-depth knowledge of electronic, electrical and mechanical systems and digital and pneumatic controls
• The ability to operate tools and equipment with a skill level that is typically acquired through trade schools
• Knowledge of the accepted practices, processes, materials, and tools of the maintenance trades
• Knowledge of electric motors, generators, pumps, pressure systems, water systems and other equipment and systems found in state buildings and facilities
• Knowledge of the servicing and maintenance of simple power, heating, and cooling units
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the building maintenance trades
• Ability to perform routine mechanical or electrical maintenance
• Ability to maintain proper care of tools and equipment used in general maintenance activities

Must have the ability to:

• Calibrate systems
• Perform preventive maintenance and routine servicing of equipment
• Operate specialized machinery, equipment and tools utilized in the repair, installation and maintenance of heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Communicate and follow up effectively both orally and in writing

Working Conditions

• May be exposed to conditions: due to fumes, extreme temperatures, dust, noise, asbestos, hazardous materials and other hazards such as electrical shock or gases.

Physical Demands

• Requires the physical ability and stamina (i.e., to lift up to 50 pounds, work on ladders, walk, stand for prolonged periods of time, etc.) to perform the essential functions of the position.