Job description
At St. Tammany Health System, delivering world-class healthcare close to home is our goal. That means we are committed to attracting and retaining the very best professionals for every position in our health system.
We believe the pristine beauty of St. Tammany Parish adds to our attractive compensation package. The health system is nestled in the heart of Covington on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain. It is a peaceful, scenic, community-oriented area with an abundance of amenities to suit every taste.
JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Summary of the Job:
Performs facility and equipment maintenance at the hospital’s main campus and hospital owned off-site facilities. Examples of “maintenance” are:
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Three years’ experience required in a commercial building craft such as plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, pneumatics and or general maintenance. Minimum Type Level I refrigerant transition and recovery certification required or to be obtained within six months of employment.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 100 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) - crawling
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Performs facility and equipment maintenance at the hospital’s main campus and hospital owned off-site facilities. Examples of “maintenance” are:
- Inspection of electrical and mechanical equipment to detect malfunctions
- Cleaning of electrical and mechanical equipment (coils, motors, drain pans, etc.)
- Installation of electrical circuits, piping for water and drain lines, etc.
- Sound knowledge of reading and utilizing blue prints
- Responds to and makes repairs from maintenance calls for blocked drain lines, malfunctioning ice machines, HVAC units, etc.
- Changing oil in compressors, air filters in HVAC units, cleaning cooling towers, etc.
- Inspection of wheelchairs, beds, furniture, etc. and repairing the same
- Making “rounds” to ensure compliance with Life Safety Codes and department policies
- Efficiently manages time, completes task assigned including accurate documentation
- Sound understanding of using electrical testing equipment
- Assist Mechanic II’s when requested
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent required. Three years’ experience required in a commercial building craft such as plumbing, electrical, refrigeration, air conditioning, pneumatics and or general maintenance. Minimum Type Level I refrigerant transition and recovery certification required or to be obtained within six months of employment.
Physical Demands:
Must possess good physical health. Some requirements include but are not limited to standing, sitting or walking for long periods of time. Lifting at least 100 pounds is required. Must be able to work with a moderate level of noise.
Physical Effort required: Constant (67%-100%) - lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, talking, hearing, seeing
Frequently (34%-66%) - climbing (stairs, ladders, etc.), balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling/feeling
Occasionally (1%-33%) - crawling
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EMPLOYMENT
Each St. Tammany Health System staff member is expected to conduct himself or herself according to our mission, vision and values. Please take time to review those expectations, which can be found
by clicking here
, before applying for employment. If you feel you are unable to demonstrate those characteristics, we respectfully request that you do not proceed with the application process.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
St. Tammany Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer. St. Tammany Health System is committed to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability status, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
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