Mechanic II at Blanchard Valley Hospital

PURPOSE OF THIS POSITION

The purpose of a Mechanic II is to perform a variety of duties in and around the Health Association facilities and properties to operate, maintain, and repair equipment and physical structures under the direction of the Supervisor of Facility Services or his designee.

JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Duty 1:  Performs plumbing duties as required: 1)  Performs troubleshooting to diagnose potential problems and makes necessary repairs to pumps, couplings, seals, valves, piping, steam traps and related equipment.  2)  Performs pipefitting such as cutting and threading, solder and brazing, use of manual threading machine and assorted gas torches.  3)  Performs installation and layout of various plumbing systems, steam, water, gas and oil.  4)  Demonstrates initiative with keeping updated and informed on new systems and equipment.

Duty 2: Performs electrical duties as required:  1)  Troubleshoots, repairs, maintains and installs electronic, electrical circuits and related equipment.  2)  Performs installation and repairs on electrical circuits of 12V to 277V AC/DC.  3)  Performs installation and repairs to electrical control circuitry on machinery and mechanical systems.  4)  Performs general troubleshooting and repairs on nurse call system.  5)  Shares knowledge and changes made to electrical systems with others.  6)  Ability to use electrical testing and measuring equipment.  7)  Maintains a good understanding of the electrical distribution system and locations of disconnects and shut-offs for areas served.  8)  Maintains safety by following Energy Control Procedures and Arc Flash guidelines.   9)  Understands emergency power distribution and generator monthly load tests.

Duty 3: Performs mechanical duties as required:  1)  Repairs and maintains machinery and mechanical equipment.  2)  Performs troubleshooting and repairs to machinery and mechanical equipment such as bearings, motors, pumps, seals, couplings and related equipment.  3)  Ability to install, set-up, calibrate, program controls and process within the building automated system.  4)  Performs preventative maintenance on schedule to prevent potential problems.  5)  Understands the lay-out and distribution of mechanical systems such as air handlers, medical gases, pneumatic system, chillers, boilers, heating water, cooling water and minor refrigeration.

Duty 4:  Maintains communication systems as required:  1)  Performs troubleshooting, repairs to nurse call systems and related devices, televisions, paging system and fire alarm systems and devices. 

Duty 5:  Assesses and maintains architectural structure of the hospital:  1)  Performs repair to doors, door hardware, operators, windows, ceiling, wall and floors.  2)  Performs inspections and repairs firewall penetrations and fire door operators as needed.  3)  Assist with building construction and existing building renovations as needed.

Duty 6: Ensures a safe and comfortable environment for patient, staff and visitors.  1)  Demonstrates geographic knowledge and locations of system shut-offs throughout the hospital in the event of an emergency.  2)  Changes faulty lights, ballasts, outlets and switches promptly to ensure a safe environment.   3)  Performs inspection tours as scheduled with the ability to foresee and notice abnormalities in the operation of mechanical equipment.  4)  Participates in hospital and department in-service education and training programs.  5) Arranges storage and retrieval of equipment and furniture.

Duty 7: Accepts and responds to emergencies, codes, fire, and disasters.  1)  Responds to all fire alarms as described in the department policy and procedure manual.  2)  Responds promptly to assist in the event of an emergency.

Duty 8: Performs related responsibilities as required or directed.  1)  Responds and volunteers when needed.  2)  Accepts and assumes other staffs duties in their absence as needed.  3)  Shows willingness to accept additional duties.  4)  Utilizes available time effectively.  5)   Maintains a stock par level of supplies in designated area to “speed up” the delivery of customer satisfaction.

REQUIREMENTS

• High school education with vocational experience or field experience.
• Knowledge of institutional maintenance principles and techniques and all applicable local, state and federal codes (i.e., building, plumbing, electrical) at a level normally acquired through completion of an Associates degree in Building Maintenance with course work in Refrigeration and/or Boiler License in order to acquire the theoretical and technical knowledge needed.  Approximately three to five years progressively more responsible related work experience in an institutional setting necessary in order to gain advanced knowledge of maintenance and engineering as it relates to plant operations, and be able to coordinate planning of preventative maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to read and follow instruction manuals, including drawings and parts lists.
• General knowledge of HVAC systems and fire alarm systems.
• Thorough knowledge of hand/power tools and testing instruments.
• High pressure boiler operator’s license required only if designated to be back up boiler operator.
• Working knowledge of mechanical equipment, electricity and plumbing plus specialized knowledge of carpentry, refrigeration and painting as required.
• May be required to work any shift, fixed or rotated and days off may be fixed or rotated.
• A valid driver's license is required (if you do not have a valid Ohio driver’s license you must obtain one within 30 days of your residency in the state).  You must also meet BVHS's company fleet policy and insurance company requirements, and any other requirements that may be required to operate a vehicle.
• Positive service-oriented interpersonal and communication skills.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This position requires a full range of body motion with intermittent activities of lifting, bending, squatting, and twisting. The associate is required to walk and stand for eight hours a day. This position requires associate to lift fifty to seventy-five pounds and reach work above the shoulders. This associate must have corrected vision and hearing in the normal range.

This position is classified at risk for possible occupational exposure to bloodborne pathogens (HBV, HIV, etc.)