Job Summary

Accountable for the performance of required building and maintenance trades at the master level to ensure safe and efficient operation of the Medical Center's facilities. Creates positive relationships, situations, and an atmosphere that promotes effective, efficient, economic, and high-quality outcomes. Employee may access secure medication supply areas to complete assigned job duties

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned repairs and duties at the master skill level and ensures that work areas are left clean and safe. Complete tasks as requested within required standards and time schedules. Schedules and lead teams on projects in day-to-day operations. • Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, and maintain equipment, instrumentation, and facilities used by CAMC. • Perform the duties of Mechanic Specialist, Mechanic and Mechanic Apprentice as required. • Obtain required parts and materials at lowest possible prices. Complete financial paperwork for any charges incurred. Plan, execute and complete job assignments on a timely basis while maintaining timely communication with all parties involved including hot work permits, ICRA and other required documentation. • Demonstrates/provide positive leadership and handle conflicts effectively involving other team members. Provide training of assigned Mechanic Specialist, Mechanic and Mechanic Apprentice when opportunities allow. • Be flexible to work at all areas and locations within CAMC as required. • Prepare job progress reports and other paperwork as required. • Effectively communicate with all parties during completion of work. •Effectively participate in continuous quality improvement. Ensure proper usage of Safet Data Sheets. •Can utilize the computerized maintenance management system to look up and add assets. Complete work orders for assets to maintain repair and PM histories. •Ensures proper Personal Protective Equipment usage. • Electrical: Read and understand blueprints, plans, service manuals, and electrical drawings and is knowledgeable of the different electrical symbols used in dealing with equipment in the absence of a technical data sheet. Perform repair tasks based on an in-depth knowledge of electrical/mechanical theory and tools used. Calculate system loads and requirements and analyze and troubleshoot all electrical systems. Use voltage meters, install conduits, and is knowledgeable of electrical emergency power and associated equipment. Read, interpret, and apply information from the National Electrical Code (NEC) and can lay out the electrical requirements for scope of work per NEC and other guidelines. Install and troubleshoot electrical components and systems and understands the electrical distribution system from the utility provider throughout all CAMC facilities. Be familiar with control wiring. Must keep at least a Journeyman electrical license in good standing in state of WV. Master license recognized by WV preferred. Must keep current with changes with National Electrical codes. • Electronics: Read and understand electronic/electrical schematics, drawings, specifications, and service manuals, analyzing printed circuit boards to make necessary repairs. Use equipment analyzers for proper calibration; install, troubleshoot, and repair electronic and electrical equipment, and work with such items as nurse call systems, televisions and cable systems, fire alarms systems, computers, etc. Be familiar with control wiring. Understand how to lay out the design of Electrical/Electronic requirements for all work per National Electrical Code (NEC) and other guidelines. Keeps current by reading and understanding code changes. • Structural: Read and understand blueprints, plans, and architectural drawings and be knowledgeable of architectural features and structural installation and repairs. The incumbent performs repair tasks based on knowledge of building repairs, structural materials, finishes, and tools used. Layouts and constructs walls, ceilings, doors, window frames, etc. Successfully applies structural building materials in completion of work. • Plumbing: Read, interpret, and apply information contained in service manuals and National and State Plumbing Code. Reads and understands Mechanical/Plumbing drawings Keeps current by reading and understanding code changes. Understands the layout and design of Mechanical/Plumbing requirement for scope of work per National and State Mechanical and Plumbing codes, etc. Follows scope of work in installing and troubleshooting the Mechanical/Plumbing components. Successfully applies the use of Mechanical/Plumbing materials in completion of work. Must understand pumps, motors, water distribution systems, etc. and can troubleshoot and repair these systems. Maintains (at least) a journeyman plumbing license at all times in good standing in WV. Master license recognized by WV preferred. • Plant System Operator: Read and understand blueprints, plans, and drawings. Possess advanced knowledge of facilities plant systems and functions. Has a good understanding of steam pressure and safety requirements associated with these systems. Successfully uses appropriate type of materials needed for different plant systems according to codes. Understands and successfully applies all materials and components for CAMC facilities. Should be familiar with steam and hot water generation and properly align axially and angularly balanced pumps, fans, motors, rotors, and compressors. Equipment requiring repair may include air compressors, water pumps, boilers, and fans. • HVAC: Read, interpret, and apply information contained in service manuals and National/State HVAC Code. Appropriately uses HVAC material and equipment. Keeps current by reading and understanding code changes. Reads and understand equipment schematics and systems, read blueprints, and be knowledgeable of the different mechanical systems used. Install air ducts, dampers, and diffusers; balance heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems; and calculate loads on an air conditioning system. Familiar with centrifugal chillers, and refrigeration operations and maintenance, and operate sheet metal break/bender equipment. Be knowledgeable about condensing and evaporating units, be experienced in control piping and electronic controls and thermostats, and accurately estimate amounts of air conditioning and heat required per square foot and repair piping and electrical components of HVAC systems. Understand control wiring and application of components. Always maintains HVAC and Refrigerant recovery license. Maintains (at least) a journeyman or equivalent HVAC license at all times in good standing in WV. HVAC Technician license recognized by WV preferred .

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education 

• High School Diploma or GED (Required) Experience: 4-6 years maintenance experience based on the need of the department. At least 2 years of healthcare experience preferred. *Electrical: Maintain at least a Journeyman electrical license in good standing in state of WV. Master license recognized by WV preferred. Must keep current with changes with National Electrical codes. *Plumbing: Maintains at least a Journeyman plumbing license in good standing in WV. Master license recognized by WV preferred. *HVAC: Maintains HVAC and Refrigerant recovery license. Maintains at least a Journeyman or equivalent HVAC license at all times in good standing in WV. HVAC Technician license recognized by WV preferred . See above for specific requirements based on job responsibilities.

Credentials 

• Drivers License (Required)

Work Schedule: Varies

Status:  Full Time Regular 1.0

Location: General Hospital

Location of Job: US:WV:Charleston

Talent Acquisition Specialist: Lisa J. Craft lisa.craft@vandaliahealth.org