Job Title: General Maintenance Technician (GEN MAINT TECH)

Job Code: 871

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt, Hourly

EEO Class: 9 – Service Workers | WC: 9040

FTE: 1.0 (40 hours/week)

Department Name: Plant Service (8310)

Location: Brattleboro, Vermont

Reporting to: Facility Supervisor, Plant Services

Hours: 3pm - 11:30 pm

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Performs various duties involving painting, minor repairs walls, equipment, furniture, etc. and maintenance surveillance rounds throughout the hospital - Records gauge readings, observes general operating conditions etc., of boilers and auxiliary equipment, kitchen equipment, etc. Notes abnormalities in equipment operation, takes corrective action and/or calls for additional assistance as needed.

DEPARTMENT SCOPE OF SERVICE:

The Plant Services Department is responsible for the maintenance and operational functions including, but not limited to, safety, and fire prevention/protection, hazardous waste disposal, equipment management, loss prevention management, grounds maintenance, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and power plant systems (boiler) for the 61-bed hospital; 15 acres of grounds, 12 houses and 1 truck, 1 van and 1 tractor. Responsible for MSDS, hazardous communications, plus two Medical Office Buildings.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a wide range of non-technical preventive maintenance and repairs for assigned facility and/or department to include basic plumbing, electrical, heating, ventilating, and/or air conditioning services.
• Performs painting and minor wall repairs.
• May be required to perform tasks of the other trades, such as a light equipment operator, carpenter, and/or locksmith.
• Performs snow removal and other grounds work as needed.
• Adheres to policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure compliance and patient safety.
• Prepares and maintains logs, records and charts.
• Provides emergency maintenance as requested.
• Maintains work area to ensure a clean and safe environment. Adheres to safety requirements as required.
• Participates and attends departmental meetings and training. Maintains licensure as required.
• Takes ownership of assignments; other duties as assigned or requested.
• Communicates and listens effectively with internal and external customers; effectively understands instructions and shares knowledge.
• Cooperates and interacts with supervisors, peers, other departments, and all customer groups demonstrating our commitment to “service”.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High School Education or Equivalency preferred.

Experience:

• 2 or more years in a maintenance role is required.
• 1 or more years of healthcare facility experience is preferred.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL EFFORTS:

• Ability to carry 50 pounds.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Requires prolonged standing and walking.
• Ability to distinguish letters, numbers or symbols accurately.
• Able to work unsupervised.
• Ability to work from step/extension ladders to 12 feet.
• Required to use personal safety equipment.
• Requires corrected vision to normal range.
• Requires corrected hearing to normal range.

ENVIORMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working in tight (small) places.
• Working inside and outside.
• May be exposed to hazardous products, communicable disease and/or body fluids.
• Work around hot equipment.
• Help move patients when needed.
• Must be able to handle stressful situations.
• Working in high places.
• Working evenings/nights, weekends and holidays.
• May require working a double shift for coverage.
• Work in noisy areas.
• Must be ready at all times to deal with violence (verbal, physical and deadly weapons).
• Take bodies to morgue.

OSHA CATEGORY:

• OSHA Category I - Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, or tissues require use of techniques of Universal Precautions as evidenced with blood borne pathogens standards.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities.
• Standing - 2/3 or more
• Walking - 2/3 or more
• Sitting - 1/3 or more
• Talking or Hearing - 2/3 or more
• Use of hands to finger, handle or feel - 2/3 or more
• Pushing/Pulling - Up to 2/3
• Stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling - 2/3 or more
• Reaching with hands and arms - 2/3 or more
• Tasting or smelling - None

This position requires that weight be lifted or force be exerted.

• Up to 10 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 25 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 50 pounds - 2/3 or more
• Up to 100 pounds - 1/3 or more
• More than 100 pounds - 1/3 or more

This position has special vision requirements.

• Close Vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)
• Color Vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
• Ability to Adjust Focus (ability to adjust eye to bring an object into sharp focus)

WORK ENVIORNMENT

• This position requires exposure to the following environmental conditions.
• Wet, humid conditions (non-weather) - None
• Work near moving mechanical parts - Up to 1/3
• Fumes or airborne particles - Up to 1/3
• Toxic or caustic chemicals - Up to 1/3
• Outdoor weather conditions - None
• Extreme cold (non-weather) - None
• Extreme heat (non-weather) - None
• Risk of electrical shock - None
• Work with explosives - None
• Risk of radiation - None
• Vibration - None
• The typical noise level for the environment is:
• Very Quiet
• Quiet
• Moderate Noise
• Loud Noise
• Hearing
• Ability to hear calls
• Ability to hear instructions from physician/department staff/others

EEO/ADA Statement

Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees and strictly prohibits any type of harassment or discrimination in regard to race, religion, age, color, sex, disability status, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, gender expression, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and/or local laws.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Brattleboro Memorial Hospital to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Human Resources.

Compensation Disclosure in Accordance with Vermont Act 155

In compliance with Vermont Act 155, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital provides the compensation range for this position in good faith. The listed range represents the pay scale reasonably expected for a successful candidate based on factors such as relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market competitiveness. Final compensation will be determined during the hiring process.