Maintenance Technician

Position Responsibilities

Demonstrates the skills to perform the following tasks:

• Installs and repairs ceiling grid and ceiling tile.
• Installs and repairs ceramic tile.
• Installs and repairs vinyl floor tile.
• Installs and repairs floor sheet vinyl.
• Makes repairs to all different types of walls and ceilings.
• Installs and repairs different kinds of cove base.
• Installs and repairs carpet. Repairs door hardware.
• Minor repairs to millwork.
• Repairs to millwork hardware.
• Installs and repairs handrail and bumper guards.
• Hangs items such as: shelves, brackets, dispensers, pictures, etc.
• Replaces items such as: toilet paper holders, soap dispensers, electrical covers, etc.
• Replaces light bulbs in all type of fixtures.
• Minor plumbing: auguring toilet and sink traps, fixing flush valves, minor leaks, tightening packing on valve stems, etc.
• Performs fire patching of all sorts.
• Rebuilds sections of wall of all types.
• Maintains and operates all hurricane shutters.
• Maintains windows and hardware.
• Maintains TV's and the controls.
• Maintains all beds and stretchers.
• Performs miscellaneous repairs to any equipment and furniture.
• Maintains and inspects all fire hoses and fire extinguishers.
• Maintains and inspects all issues related to "Life Safety".
• Helps other trades as needed.
• Assists in all drills and codes.

Establishes and maintains effective interpersonal relationships with other hospital staff and patients.

Is knowledgeable of all tools required for the trade: tape measure, knife, saws, trowels, caulk guns, brushes, miter box, staple gun, hand tools, toilet and sink augur, drills, etc

Demonstrates the skills to conduct "Life Safety" inspection.

Perform Painting duties:

• Apply paints, varnish, and/or stains to all types of surfaces (e.g. wood, metal, plaster, etc.)
• In order to protect and beautify such surfaces using appropriate utensils and equipment such as paint spraying machines.
• Prepare surfaces for painting using appropriate tools, equipment, and techniques.
• Select the types and colors of paints, varnish or stain and mixes, blends and prepares the same for proper color match.
• Prepare surfaces for plaster or cement work by taping joints on sheetrock, caulking and waterproofing walls and cracks in floors, etc. by using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Performs related duties such as removing and replacing glass; drilling holes in signs; printing letters and signs; and moving office furniture.
• Based on assignment, may operate road-line painting machines and sand blasting equipment.

Is knowledgeable of all safety tools, rules and regulations involved in the trade - OSHA, EPA, DOT, ANSI, NFPA along with all hospital policies and procedures.

Performs work in extreme conditions for short periods of time.

Estimates and orders materials and supplies for any general maintenance job throughout the medical center.

Is able to take a lead role in working with others. Is able to establish appropriate working relations with all levels of the organization (e.g. helpers, peers and / or management members).

Is able to initiate general maintenance jobs and conducts them in a timely and appropriately until final completion.

Qualifications

License/Registration/Certification

• Possession of a valid Florida Driver License with no more than 4 points preferred. If working with hazardous substances: HAZWOPER certification required (must be obtained within 90 days of employment)

Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience

• 2+ years maintenance mechanic experience including basic electrical and mechanical work is required.

Benefits:

• Health benefits
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• Healthcare spending accounts
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Wellness program
• On-site housing for select positions and more!

Mount Sinai Medical Center