Maintenance Worker

Job DetailsJob Location: Modoc Medical Center-Last Frontier Health District - ALTURAS, CA 96101Position Type: Full TimeEducation Level: High School/EquivalentSalary Range: $22.04 - $32.23 HourlyPOSITION SUMMARY: The Maintenance Worker performs a variety of work in assisting the Engineering Department in the performance of duties necessary to keep the physical structures, utilities, associated equipment and grounds of the facilities in good repair. The Maintenance Worker performs preventative maintenance/minor maintenance and repairs by working in a variety of trade areas including but not limited to; plumbing, electrical, HVAC, construction, painting, plastering, mechanical repairs, and building and grounds maintenance.  This position description is intended to identify some of the duties and responsibilities of this position. MODOC MEDICAL CENTER reserves the right to modify, supplement, delete or augment the duties and responsibilities specified in this position description, at MODOC MEDICAL CENTER’S sole and absolute discretion. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: General Competencies: Always demonstrates a professional behavior, both when on duty and as a representative of the hospital outside of normal work hours. Always demonstrates a positive working relationship with patients, visitors and facility staff. Respectfully to managers and supervisors. Demonstrates organizational ability and time management. Produces deliverable products on time, within budget with minimal direction. Demonstrates the ability to compile and organize data using Microsoft Office Applications. Ability to make appropriate recommendations or conclusions, given the data obtained. Maintains an organized set of records, delivers records immediately upon request, for the functions that are performed within the scope of this job. Communicates appropriately, respectfully, and clearly to directors, managers, and coworkers. Accepts direction as provided without questioning authority, within the chain of command. Performs all assigned tasks accurately. Takes direction from others to include those employees of other departments with which he/she works on a temporary basis in accordance with the chain of command. Demonstrates ability to effectively use office machines in the performance of job functions. Answers phone calls, assists public, and forwards appropriately if necessary in a professional and friendly manner. Performs other duties as assigned. Specific Competencies: Performs all assigned tasks in a professional manner to reflect the highest integrity of the Engineering Department. Assists in maintaining HVAC controls and associated equipment to maximize efficiency levels in all environmentally controlled areas. Performs urgent, corrective, routine and requisitioned repairs of minor problems with the electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems as required. Notifies lead engineer if major repairs are required. Performs maintenance on equipment and systems as required. Performs maintenance duties to all physical structures of facilities and complies with all building safety codes. This is to include facility equipment and associated controls. Complies with and is responsible to carry out the activities in the Engineering Department’s Preventative Maintenance Program.   Assists in replacing, repairing and testing electrical circuits, equipment, appliances and lighting systems as required. Maintains routine records of all inspections, maintenance, preventative maintenance and repairs performed on any equipment or system. Performs manual duties as requested (i.e., moving supplies or furniture, replacing light bulbs, removing trash or scrap material). Ability to do work on his/her own with only normal supervision. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of how to maintain, repair and use plant hand and power tools, plant machinery and plant mechanical and testing equipment in accordance with diagrams, sketches, operating manuals, and manufacture’s specifications.   A working knowledge of fire alarm and signal systems. General maintenance of grounds, parking lots and related equipment. This includes snow removal.    Reads and understands Operation Manuals, Policy Procedure Manuals, Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) Manual, and other various departmental manuals to remain knowledgeable and in compliance with all updates of such reference material.  Continually demonstrates a culture of high safety standards and quality during the entire course of course of this job. Performs all aspects of duties and responsibilities in a manner that optimizes patient safety. Performs other duties as assigned. Professional Requirements: Adheres to dress code; appearance is neat and professional. Completes annual education requirements if applicable. Maintains regulatory requirements. Wears identification while on duty. Attends annual evaluation and participates actively in this process. Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work in designated time. Attends all meetings as appropriate. Exhibits the mission, ethics and goals of Modoc Medical Center in the performance of job duties Performs other duties, as assigned.  WORKING CONDITIONS: Flexibility of work hours: Willing and able to be available for call back on a rotating basis for emergency repairs, snow removal and maintenance. Exposure to very loud noise.  Frequently works near moving mechanical parts. Exposure of extreme heat in attic and boiler room, and extreme cold of well below 0 degrees outside. Must function independently, have personal integrity, have flexibility and the ability to work effectively with all other staff, Patients and Residents. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Frequently required to sit and stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, twist from the neck, back and hip, push/pull,  smell, regularly required to stand, walk and walk on uneven surfaces, use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms. Occasionally required to climb or balance and occasionally works in high precarious places. Able to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance.   Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and frequently lift and/or move more than 100 pounds with the help of another employee. Requires close, distance, color & peripheral visions as well as depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. QualificationsPOSITION QUALIFICATIONS: Must be a high school graduate or have a General Equivalency Diploma (GED).  One to three (1-3) years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.  Working knowledge of the operation, maintenance and repair of boilers and generators, plumbing, electrical systems, construction and all applicable hospital and healthcare related equipment. Have the ability to comprehend a wide range of technical subjects and make appropriate repairs. Ability to work in emergency situations with high stress factors. State of California Fire Life Safety knowledge. Knowledge of Title 24 Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. Knowledge of Title 22 California Code of Regulations.  Able to walk, bend and lift with the dexterity to perform manual skills required of the job.   Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the Engineering Department, and willing and able to be available for call back on a rotating basis for emergency repairs, snow removal and maintenance. Current California Driver’s License and valid insurance. Basic computer knowledge.  Ability to work with others, at all levels within the organization, and collaborate effectively.  Above-average interpersonal, problem-solving skills. Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.  Additional languages preferred. Above-average mental ability, good physical/mental health and a courteous and kind disposition. Must be a team player to all departments, confidential of sensitive data, respectful of all other staff members, considerate of other people’s time, and accountable for work output. Must be sensitive to the daily lives of our Patients and Residents, and must have the ability to demonstrate the strictest of confidentially for compliance with and adherence to the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) for their privacy and safe keeping