Maintenance Mechanic II (FT Evenings)

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Facilities Services Manager or his/her designee, the Maintenance Mechanic II performs a variety of maintenance and engineering duties including maintaining, repairing, operating, and renovating plant and facilities for the Facilities Services Department. Maybe also assigned at times to receive guidance and instruction from the Master or Senior Mechanic and on evenings and weekends could be called upon to take direction from the Plant Operating Technician. In addition, the Maintenance Mechanic II could be called upon to give direction and guidance to the Maintenance Mechanic I or others as assigned by the Facilities Services Manager.

Incumbent is guided by a comprehensive and proven skill in at least one trade and a basic knowledge of building trades, carpentry, painting, electrical, plumbing, HVAC and mechanical repairs, plant maintenance methods, techniques and procedures, operation and use of department equipment and supplies.

Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served.

Type of supervision exercised: none. Jobs reporting to this position: none.

EDUCATION:

High School Diploma or equivalent required.

Minimum of two (2) years of trade school or work experience as listed below.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of five (5) years as a Maintenance Mechanic in a similar sized health care institution in engineering discipline.

SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

A demonstrated skill in one trade and basic understanding of other trades acquired through similar on-the-job training.

Ability to read, comprehend, and transmit complicated detailed instructions in writing and orally.

In depth knowledge of all applicable OSHA standards i.e.: Right to Know, Lock out Tag out, and Ladder safety, and other standards that may apply

Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations required.

Good written and verbal communication skills and interpersonal skills required for effective communicate with staff and management.

Ability to make decisions and meet deadlines required.

Valid PA driver's license required for travel to various Allied facilities.

Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety of themselves, others and equipment required.

Personal Protective Equipment is required to perform the following job operations:

      working on/above ceiling: approved eye protection;

      using hand/power tools: approved eye protection;

      soldering and brazing: approved face and eye protection, approved hand protection;

      refrigerant handling: approve face and eye protection, approved hand protection;

      handling chemicals: approved face and eye protection, approved hand protection.