Building Engineer I

Building Maintenance Engineer

The Building Maintenance Engineer is responsible for performing a variety of building maintenance duties which may include: repair, maintenance, alteration, carpentry, and masonry, electrical, painting, welding, plumbing, and light construction of facilities associated with Kedren.

Minimum qualifications required for this position include:

• Previous experience in general building maintenance in a psychiatric healthcare environment required or a related environment is preferred.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, squat, lift, and reach using required safety techniques.
• Must be organized and detail oriented.
• Good verbal and written communication, interpersonal skills, and the ability to interface with all levels of management and associates while building strong relationships.
• Must have the ability to problem solve, meet deadlines and follow through on work assignments in a fast-paced environment.
• The ability to work overtime and/or additional days on special projects as needed.

General statement of functions:

• Perform semi-skilled craft related work in such areas as carpentry, electrical, masonry, painting, plumbing, sheet metal, and refrigeration in the maintenance, repair, and alteration of buildings, facilities, and equipment.
• Maintain and repair a variety of equipment, including heating/air conditioning, laundry, kitchen, medical water systems, pool, sewage disposal, low pressure boilers, and other facility related equipment.
• Perform minor welding; operates wood and metal working equipment, grounds maintenance equipment, tractors, trucks, and automobiles.
• May assist in planning of duties for resident workers in a vocational training program.
• May perform scheduling work and requisitioning of supplies and materials; maintains files and records and makes reports on work performed as required.

• Practice confidentiality in all client, employee, and management related matters.
• Assist in preserving Kedren's mission, goals, and objectives; and help management in establishing its internal service delivery goals and objectives that are consistent with the organization's public service mission statement.
• Participate in the fundraising activities of Kedren.
• Assist in other duties and special projects as assigned.

Competencies:

• Analytical Thinking - Able to breakdown raw information and undefined problems into specific, workable components that in-turn clearly identifies the issues at hand. Makes logical conclusions, anticipates obstacles, and considers different approaches to the decision-making process.
• Attention to Detail – Accomplishes tasks through concern for all the areas involved, no matter how small. Monitors and checks work or information and plans and organizes time and resources efficiently.
• Compliance – Ensures compliance and examines patient information to insure that they comply with company and industry regulations, and service policies and procedures.
• Critical Thinking – Obtains, analyzes and evaluates information effectively in the face of ambiguity. Makes appropriate decisions based on relevant information and experience.
• Equipment Management – Assesses equipment performance, identifies improvement opportunities, implements performance improvement; schedules routine or preventative maintenance with vendors.
• Multi-tasking – Handles multiple projects or tasks simultaneously and creates linkages between all involved parties. Utilizes time management, setting priorities and managing ambiguity skills.
• Multi-Trade Ability – Understands and exhibits skills in repairs, maintenance and/or installations in the areas of carpentry, plumbing, painting, cleaning, AC/heating systems, etc.
• Thoroughness - Demonstrates attention to detail and accuracy. Defines and organizes tasks, responsibilities, and priorities. Takes responsibility for timely completion.
• Safety – Works to comply with all safety regulations and promotes safety consciousness and well-being throughout the organization.
• Safety and Quality Improvement – Identifies situations that compromise safety, and participates in risk reduction and continuous quality improvement.