Maintenance Mechanic

Maintenance MechanicDepartment: Engineering OffsiteLocation: Dallas, TexasShift: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm (This person will be required to drive a company vehicle and take call)Job Type: On-SiteSummary: Reads, understands and interprets blueprints, drawings, floor plans, schedules and manufacturers operating and/or maintenance specifications as they relate to electrical, mechanical, plumbing, HVAC and special equipment, building structures and finishes. Performs minor routine and preventive maintenance to include operating, cleaning, inspecting, adjusting, tightening, replacing, lubricating, reporting problems, etc., on electrical and mechanical equipment, plumbing systems and fixtures, and building structures and furnishings. May be called upon to assist other maintenance personnel in the completion of their work to include Electricians, HVAC Mechanics, Plumbers, Carpenters, Masons, Painters, Sheet Metal workers, etc. Responds to request for service from building occupants to include emergencies, hot and cold calls, lighting problems, plumbing problems, minor installations, repairs, adjustments, etc. Performs electrical, plumbing and HVAC tasks up to and including to following: troubleshoot/replace switches, receptacles and ballasts. Plunge toilets, remove P-traps and use snake machines. Adjust door closures and other door hardware. Change ceiling tiles, repair sheetrock, replace carpet/tile, and other general maintenance as assignedResponsibilities: * Maintain, inspect and/or test hospital plan equipment and life/safety and casualty prevention systems such ad fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, fire doors and dampers, sprinkler system, panic hardware, medical gas systems, and hospital beds, carts, stretchers, wheel chairs, exam tables, operating tables, etc. * Perform inspections, minor repairs and replacements on room or space Heating Ventilation and Air conditioning (HVAC) equipment such as cabinet or unit ventilators (to include filters, hot and chilled water coils, belts cabinets and drains, damper, motors frills, fans, etc. ), unit heaters exhaust fans induction and radiation units, room or space thermostats, supply and return grills and plenums, missing boxes, terminal reheat units, variable air volume, units, etc. Assist Plant Operators wit their duties and responsibilities * Perform inspections, maintenance, minor repairs, and replacements on electrical equipment of 277 volts or less, such as incandescent and florescent lighting systems, electrical receptacles, switches, battery powered lights (emergency ) and equipment, exit lights and directional signs, small electric motors, electrical appliances, powered housekeeping equipment hand dryers, etc. Assists Electricians with their duties and responsibilities. * Perform inspections, minor repairs and replacements on building structures and furnishings such as ceiling tiles, wallboard, plastered walls, resilient floor tiles, carpeting, lighting systems, painted surfaces, wall coverings, internal and external doors and door hardware, ceramic tile walls and floors, windows and window glazing room furnishings, blinds, drapery, hardware, wall mounted fixtures and dispensers an other similar equipment. Perform the duties and responsibilities support other positions within Engineering as skills and experiences permit * React to emergencies and serve as a one person department during evenings and weekends. * Repair and maintain hospital electromechanical equipment, i.e., refrigerators, sterilizers, ice machines, kitchen appliances, range / stove / cookers, electric beds, carts / tables / poles, hanging fixtures, light fixtures and plumbing systems. * Repair and maintain automatic doors and locks. * Assist in the repair and maintenance of complex systems including normal and emergency electrical power systems, fire alarm and sprinkler systems, nurse-call, pneumatic systems, etc. * Perform maintenance on minor electrical equipment, lamps and fixtures. * Inspect patient and public areas around the hospital for environmental safety. * Accomplish and document preventive maintenance. * Assemble and install new furniture, fixtures and equipment. * Order stock and maintain repair parts inventory. Perform other related duties and special projects as required.Work Experience: * At least 1 year related experience, or vocational or technical education Required * At least 3 years related experience PreferredEducation: * High school diploma or equivalent Required * Completion of accredited post-secondary vocational or technical school in related field PreferredHolistic Benefits – How We'll Care for You:· Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.· 4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure· Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)· Caregiver Leave· Adoption and surrogacy reimbursementAs an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.