General Mechanic - Evenings
On-siteNew Orleans, Louisiana, United States
Job Summary
Conduct general inspections, troubleshooting, and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting, including unclogging lines, replacing fixtures, and performing touch-up painting. Respond to and repair specialty systems such as nurse call, fire alarm, television, medical gas, and ceiling systems, while referring requests beyond scope to the Facilities leader. Execute preventive maintenance inspections, maintain documentation, and assist other departments with daily maintenance and facility upkeep. Perform general inspections, troubleshooting and repairs of minor electrical, mechanical, and plumbing items within the hospital or clinic setting. Examples of works may include but not limited to: unclogging plumbing lines, replacing light bulbs, replacing ceiling tile, repair leaking faucets, and painting touch-up. Follow up on completed assignments ensuring equipment is working appropriately. Responds to and repairs specialty systems, such as, and not limited to, the nurse call system, fire alarm system, television system, medical gas system, and the ceiling system. Completes preventive maintenance inspections in accordance to scheduled checkpoints and maintains documentation appropriately. Assists with any maintenance on associated equipment within assigned area(s). Performs other related duties as required. Assists other Hospital and Clinic departments with daily maintenance and support services as needed. Will assist with repairs and upkeep of facilities structures and building systems. In the event of severe weather emergencies or disaster, personnel will be assigned a work area and remain onsite throughout the duration of the severe weather or disaster. Performs other related duties as assigned. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards. Complies with the Ochsner Health System and its managed entities' Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct; patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. Shift Hours Tue-Sat, 2:30p
Required Qualifications
- High School diploma or equivalent
- 2 years of experience in Commercial, Industrial or Hospital Maintenance or completion of the Ochsner Apprenticeship program
- Valid driver's license in the state of residence
- Experience with all hand and power tools
- Must be familiar with a wide range of skilled crafts including, but not limited to, plumbing, electrical, HVAC-R and carpentry
- Working knowledge of state, parish, and building codes, as well as JCAHO standards
- Basic knowledge of reading, writing and understanding mechanical and electrical symbolisms to properly interpret blueprints, schematics specifications and mechanical drawings
- Must be able to properly handle power and hand tools required to perform job duties effectively
- Must be able to work on-call for emergencies and extended hours
- Must be able to work indoors, outdoors, and in restricted spaces for extended periods of time
- Must be able to handle the mental and physical stress/pressure to complete all jobs, including emergencies
- Must be able to multi-task and work with minimal supervision
- Must be mechanically inclined
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
- Heavy Work - Exerting 50 to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
- Must be able to work Tue-Sat, 2:30p-11p
- Must be able to work on-site (non-remote eligibility for Colorado, California, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, Vermont, Washington, and Washington D.C.)
Desired Qualifications
- Trade school or company school
- Healthcare experience
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